HC Deb 12 April 1984 vol 58 cc370-1W
Mr. Ron Davies

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what is the total number of dwellings in Wales classed as defective by reason of their design or construction as defined for the purposes of the Housing Defects Bill, and the number sold to their occupiers by public sector authorities; and if he will list both the above by district.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

Information on the distribution and ownership of prefabricated reinforced concrete houses in Wales was placed in the Library on 10 November 1983.

Mr. Ron Davies

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received from individuals, public bodies and local authorities in connection with the Housing Defects Bill; and if he will make any relevant documents available in the Library.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

The Welsh office of the Association of District Councils was consulted on our proposals in November last year. I shall be placing a copy of its response in the Library.

Mr. Ron Davies

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what is the cost per unit in each case of making a reinstatement grant and of repurchasing under the terms set out for the purposes of the Housng Defects Bill, as it will apply to Wales, and the total estimated cost of giving assistance in Wales under the Bill.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

Actual costs per unit will depend upon a range of factors. Under the assumptions set out in the explanatory and financial memorandum to the Bill, the total cost of giving assistance in Wales is likely to be in the range of 13 million to £20 million.