HC Deb 15 June 1995 vol 261 cc635-6W
Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how much was spent on programmes in Northern Ireland in each of the last five years aimed at preventing the spread of HIV; what proportion of these amounts was aimed specifically at homosexuals, bisexuals and lesbians; what plans he has to review the overall budget in the light of the increase in foreign tourism to Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement. [28223]

Mr. Moss

The information is not available in the form requested. Measures to prevent HIV/AIDS are undertaken as part of a wider effort to promote sexual health.

Expenditure by the Health Promotion Agency for Northern Ireland on the promotion of sexual health and the prevention of HIV/AIDS, and grants from the Department of Health and Social Services to voluntary agencies working in this area, were as follows in each of the past five years.

  • 1990–91: £140,703
  • 1991–92: £175,786
  • 1992–93: £242,100
  • 1993–94: £313,095
  • 1994–95: £279,752

The Department of Health and Social Services published its strategy on HIV and AIDS in 1994. The strategy will be kept under review in the light of changing circumstances.