§ Mr. Nicholsonasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) how many contracts advertised by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive during the financial year 1983–84 were cancelled after tenders were received; and if he will list them;
726W(2) how many contracts advertised by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive during the financial year 1984–85 were cancelled after tenders had been received; and if he will list them.
§ Mr. Chris PattenThis is a matter for the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, but I understand from the chairman that the information is not readily available; I shall reply to the hon. Gentleman as soon as possible.