§ 45. Mr. PikeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he proposes to make additional funds available to meet the increased demand for sheltered housing.
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§ Mr. TrippierMost elderly people wish to remain in their own homes for as long as possible and grants are available for improvements and adaptations. Local authorities must assess need in their areas and secure provision, with the private sector and other agencies, especially housing associations. The extra resources planned for housing in the PES period include an 80 per cent. increase in the Housing Corporation programme.