HC Deb 16 July 1990 vol 176 c405W
Mr. Michael

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will list the actions taken by his Department to promote the renewal areas scheme in respect of older housing in Wales.

Mr. Grist

In addition to supplying very detailed guidance circulars, our officials have met representatives from all Welsh authorities to promote renewal area schemes.

Mr. Michael

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how much money his Department is making available(a) in the present financial year and (b) in the 1991–92 financial year towards the renewal areas scheme for older housing in Wales.

Mr. Grist

Credit approvals of £1 million are being held by the Department to meet local authorities' proposals for renewal areas. This is in addition to £26 million provided for area-based renovation projects such as enveloping and group repair schemes. No decision has yet been made about resources for 1991–92.