asked the Minister for Local Government if he will consider increasing renewal grants for existing buildings to help preserve them and make them habitable for people seeking accommodation.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Building Renewal Grants.
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The level of grant assistance for the improvement of existing houses is being examined as part of the review of housing policy in relation to both public and private housing. I might add that the number of grants allocated for improvement of houses has increased from 9,445 in 1972-73 to 11,764 in the 12 months ended 31st March, 1975.