§ Mr. McGradyTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what level of additional financial resources he will allocate to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive in order to undertake all the requirements in relation to addressing rural unfitness as outlined in the policy statement entitled "The Way Ahead".
§ Mr. NeedhamCareful consideration will be given to any proposals for additional funding which may arise from this important initiative. However, it is, in the first instance, a matter for the Housing Executive to consider the extent of any additional resources it requires.