HC Deb 12 November 1979 vol 973 cc477-8W
Mr. Wm. Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what was the total number of employees of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive at the latest convenient date; and what was the total number of houses owned by the Executive at the same date.

Mr. Goodhart

This information is not available in the form requested. On 31 October 1979 the total number of employees of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive was 4,538. The total number of dwellings owned by the Housing Executive on 1 July 1979 was 190,136.

Mr. Wm. Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) what was the average deficit on each Housing Executive house for the last year for which figures are available;

(2) what was the average cost for each size of Housing Executive house built in Northern Ireland during the past 12 months; and what is the projection for the next 12 months.

Mr. Goodhart

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Wm. Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what are the economic rents for newly built Housing Executive houses in Northern Ireland for each size of dwelling; what were the sums in February 1978; and what are the current average rents now and in February 1978.

Mr. Goodhart

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.