§ Mr. BattleTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what was the total cost of the newspaper advertisements, "Council Tenants—Who Should Manage Your Home?" placed in the press on Sunday 12 March.
§ Mr. TrippierApproximately £81,350.
§ Mr. BattleTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his definition of the term "acceptable rent" referred to in his Department's advert placed in the Sunday press on 12 March; to which section of the Housing Act 1988 it refers; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. TrippierThe term "acceptable rent" is a reference to the proposals for rents (including arrangements for rent review) which tenants transferring under tenants' choice will have accepted in consultations under section 102 of the Housing Act 1988.