Accommodation Above Shops

Mr. Wigley
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what grants are currently made available by his Department for developing accommodation currently available above shops for renting purposes or for purchase as affordable housing.

Mr. Nicholas Bennett
In 1991–92, £4·6 million is being made available to assist Welsh local authorities in  providing schemes, specifically in the private rented sector, including flats above shops. A further £5 million is available for similar schemes in 1992–93.