Mr. Wm. Rossasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) how many of the persons from whom deductions are being made from social security benefits towards their rent and rates have received special needs grants in each year since the scheme of deductions was introduced;
(2) how many persons in Housing Executive dwellings in Northern Ireland are now paying for rent and rates by deductions from social security benefits; and how many are not making any payments.
§ Mr. ConcannonI shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.