asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what further progress he has made with his plans on mortgages; when he will publish details of the proposals; and if he will make a statement.

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what plans he has for taking steps, by legislation or otherwise, to reduce the cost of mortgages for new borrowers.

The Government have said that they intend to lay their plans for helping owner occupiers before the House this Session. I am not prepared to anticipate the date or content of this announcement.