§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he received any representations from Nottingham city council regarding the effect of a reduction in the council house waiting list on the housing needs index, causing a £3.5 million reduction in anticipated income to housing associations in Nottinghamshire; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. WaldegraveWaiting list figures are not included in the housing needs index and my right hon. Friend has had no representation from Nottingham city council on the subject. I understand, however, that doubt has arisen over the calculation of certain Nottingham indicators and that the matter is under discussion between the Department and the Housing Corporation.