HC Deb 17 December 1992 vol 216 c403W
Mr. Llew Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is his estimate of the number of people who will be homeless in Wales over the Christmas period; and what policies he has to provide homes to accommodate those without a fixed place to live.

Mr. Gwilym Jones

Data are collected only with respect to the last day of each quarter. Figures for 31 December 1992 will be available in April 1993. Local housing authorities secure permanent accommodation and other support for all homeless people under part III of the Housing Act 1985.

Mr. Alfred Morris

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many homeless households are currently living in temporary accommodation in Wales.

Mr. Gwilym Jones

The number of households accepted as homeless and accommodated temporarily by local authorities was 1,205 at the end of September 1992.