asked the Minister for Local Government if, in view of the steep rise in building costs, he will consider an immediate increase in the amount of grant payable in respect of both new houses and reconstruction work.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Housing Grants.
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The Housing Bill, 1970, which is at present before the Oireachtas, sets out the Government's proposals for increases in the levels of new house grants payable in respect of houses commenced on or after 1st October, 1969. As regards grants for reconstruction I would refer the Deputy to the replies to Question No. 35 of 8th April, 1970, and Questions Nos. 20 and 21 of 17th July, 1969.