asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied with the design specifications and materials used in council housing developments in the United Kingdom; and if there are defect reports, if he will indicate the extent of the problems.

My Department does not specify the constructional details of, or the materials to be used in, council dwellings, nor do I normally receive reports of defects. But if the hon. Member has a particular problem in mind perhaps he would let me know.