The ministry noted that HUF 73 bln had been earmarked for the programme that was relaunched at the end of January.

Around HUF 67 bln of the allocation will go to homeowners in Hungary’s smallest settlements.

The funding is available for homes built before 2007. It may be used to insulate, replace windows and doors, and upgrade heating systems.

So far, payouts adding up to HUF 4.6bn have been made to over 1,300 applicants.