§ Mr. PikeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment (1) what recent representations he has had from local authorities regarding grants for housing renovation and improvement;
(2) what discussions he has had regarding problems in meeting commitments for mandatory housing renovation and improvements grants; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Robert B. JonesMatters relating to grants for house renovation and improvement were on the agenda of the housing investment programme meetings offered by the Department to all housing authorities in England. In addition, the Department has received 149 written representations.
§ Mr. PikeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment when he now proposes to introduce changes in the housing renovation and improvement grant schemes; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. Robert B. JonesWe will announce our conclusions on the future of private sector renewal programmes, following last year's consultation exercise, in due course.