§ Mr. CousinsTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security when she expects the review of funding for supported housing to be complete; if she will estimate (a) the total numbers of those dependent on the housing costs which form part of the review in each region and nation and (b) the percentage of those who are over pensionable age; and if she will make a statement. [236481]
§ Mr. Keith BradleyThe information is not available in the form requested. We hope to have more information about the numbers of benefit recipients in supported accommodation from research which is currently under way.
498WWe have recently sought stakeholders' views on the best means of translating our objectives for the long-term funding of supported accommodation into a modern, practical and sustainable funding system. Over 200 responses were received which are being considered. We are looking to implement a sustainable funding system as a matter of urgency although I cannot, at this time, say when the review will be complete.