§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many housing units were acquired by housing associations during 1979–80 and so far in 1980–81; and if he will estimate the number likely to be acquired during 1981–82.
§ Mr. RifkindHousing associations acquired approximately 3,300 houses in 1979–80, and I expect that their acquisitions in the current year will be of the order of 2,400 houses. Exact figures could be obtained only by reference to each housing association. In view of the substantial stock of unimproved properties now in housing association ownership, the Housing Corporation expects that acquisitions in 1981–82 will take place only in exceptional circumstances.
262Wqualifications awarded by the certificate of secondary education and general certificate of education examining boards; such pupils are necessarily included in the figures given.