HC Deb 20 October 1994 vol 248 c289W
Mr. Pike

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment how many local authorities have made representations to him about difficulties in meeting their obligations under the existing housing improvement grants policy; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Robert B. Jones

Since April 1994 my Department has received separate written representations from 53 local authorities.

Mr. Pike

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment when the review of the improvement grant system will be completed; when proposals will be announced; and when guidelines will be issued.

Mr. Robert B. Jones

I refer the hon. Member to the reply given to him by my right hon. Friend the Member for Ealing, Acton (Sir G. Young) the then Minister for Housing, Inner Cities and Construction on 27 April 1994,Official Report, column, 205.