§ Mr. Robert McCartneyTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what have been the security costs incurred at the former James Dixon home in Rugby avenue, Belfast since it was vacated by the Eastern health and social services board; and what consideration is being given to making it available for(a) student accommodation and (b) single accommodation by transfer to a registered housing association or similar body. [40886]
§ Mr. MossThe building has been unoccupied since June and is currently being secured 24 hours per day at a cost of £2,000 per month.
South and East Belfast Trust has been considering alternative uses for the premises. An approach has been made by the Belfast Community Housing Association and the trust, in conjunction with the Department of Health and Social Services, will be entering into discussions with the housing association in the near future to consider its proposals for the future use of this facility.