HC Deb 19 December 1995 vol 268 c1073W
Mr. Peter Robinson

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many disabled persons in Northern Ireland are presently awaiting adaptations to their homes. [5664]

Mr. Moss

Most of those disabled persons awaiting adaptations to their homes are either in public sector housing or in the private sector awaiting decisions on grant aid. These are matters for the Housing Executive. I understand from the chief executive that the information requested is not readily available. I will, however, write to the hon. Member.

Mr. Robinson

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many disabled persons in Northern Ireland are presently awaiting new build disabled accommodation. [5665]

Mr. Moss

I understand from the chief executive of the Housing Executive that the information relating to public sector housing is not available and could be provided only at disproportionate cost.