§ 19. Sir David SteelTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what are the current estimates of homelessness in Scotland; what steps he proposes to take to reduce homelessness; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RifkindDuring 1988–89 local authorities assessed 9,300 households as being homeless and 5,850 as being threatened with homelessness. Local authorities have a good record in finding accommodation for homeless applicants.