Whether, in light of its energy efficiency policy, it will review the rules regarding listed building grants which do not enable applicants…

I have asked Graeme Munro, Chief Executive of Historic Scotland to reply. His response is as follows:These grants from public funds are intended to help meet the additional repair costs normally associated with the use of traditional and appropriate materials, craft skills and the conservation of original features. It would not be appropriate, therefore, for funding to be extended to include alterations to historic buildings, such as the introduction of double glazing. Draught proofing, or secondary glazing, are considered to be a more cost-effective and energy-efficient means of improving the thermal performance of windows in traditional buildings.