Local Authority Housing Maintenance

Thursday, 4 December 2014

Questions (187)

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

187. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the policy in relation to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland scheme which includes the removal of solid fuel cookers Stanley No. 8, installing small stoves no back boilers, fitting solar panels and replacing windows and doors where necessary; and if a council tenant has a choice to have them installed in their home. [46690/14]

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Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government

The scheme referred to is funded by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, which also sets its terms and conditions. The implementation of improvements to social housing units under this or any other scheme is a matter for the relevant local authority. Accordingly, my Department has no function in this matter.