§ Mr. MurphyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many new houses were started by Welsh local authorities in the most recent year for which figures are available.
§ Mr. MurphyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what resources he intends to allocate to Welsh district councils for new house building.
§ Mr. GristIt is too early to say what resources will be available next year. However, it is a matter for each local authority to determine its own housing priorities within the resources available to it taking account of local needs and securing value for money.