§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what surveys he has conducted into the replacement of metal-framed windows in council-owned housing stock and the consistency of the programme in various parts of England and Wales; and what provisions are extended to those who have already purchased a council house under government regulations.
§ Mr. BaldryThe Department has conducted no surveys of local authority activity in this area. Private owners who are advised that work of this kind is required may be eligible for assistance under the provisions of the house renovation grant scheme.