§ Mr. ButterfillTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what was the total number of private dwelling repossessions for the second half of 1988; what was the comparable figure for 1987; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. TrippierThe information asked for is given in the table. I draw the attention of the hon. Member to the answer that I gave to the hon. Member for Warrington, North (Mr. Hoyle) on 10 March at column698.
Number of properties taken into possession by building societies Number Second half 1988 6,380 Second half 1987 11,230
Number of propeties taken into possession by local authorities Number 1987–88 330 1986–87 490