§ Mr. McGradyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland when his Department's legislation on homelessness will be published in draft form; how long will be allowed for consultation and who will be involved or invited to participate in that consultation process; and what extra funds will he allocated to carry out the functions required under the proposed legislation.
§ Mr. Needham[holding answer 2 November 1987]: The Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland intends to publish a draft Housing (NI) Order containing provisions on homelessness in early 1988; the normal six-week period will he allowed for consultation. The draft order will be widely circulated to statutory and voluntary agencies in Northern Ireland. Funds for the implementation of the functions required under the proposed legislation will be allocated in the usual way via the annual public expenditure survey.