Have the government wrapped up insulation ?
Language: English Series: Surveyor (PWW) ; (4927) 15 January 1987, 12-15 (4)Publication details: 1987Subject(s): Summary: The government recently announced that 90% of homes in England have insulated roofs. This article takes a critical look at the facts behind the figures. Begins by outlining the present Homes Insulation Scheme before looking at the government`s new proposals - to withdraw the general grant for improvement work, and give a 90% grant to householders on housing or supplementary benefit instead. Highlights the problems raised in determining standards of insulation , and reaction from the housing field to the new proposals. Reports on the results of studies undertaken into energy conservation both is this country and the United States .| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS37285 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 3506-1001 |
The government recently announced that 90% of homes in England have insulated roofs. This article takes a critical look at the facts behind the figures. Begins by outlining the present Homes Insulation Scheme before looking at the government`s new proposals - to withdraw the general grant for improvement work, and give a 90% grant to householders on housing or supplementary benefit instead. Highlights the problems raised in determining standards of insulation , and reaction from the housing field to the new proposals. Reports on the results of studies undertaken into energy conservation both is this country and the United States .