HC Deb 15 July 1985 vol 83 c45W
Mr. Clifford Forsythe

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will call for a report from the Housing Executive on the breakdown of charges made for district heating on the Springfarm estate, Antrim, including information as to the fuel, maintenance and other components of such charges.

Mr. Chris Patten

This 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.

Mr. Clifford Forsythe

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will instruct the Housing Executive to investigate ways of providing tenants who do not wish, or cannot afford, to use the district heating system, with an electric immersion heater.

Mr. Chris Patten

This 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.