asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many units of accommodation for Service families subsequently passed over to the Property Services Agency have been occupied by squatters in the last 12 months; what action has been taken; how many units are currently occupied by squatters; and if he will make a statement.

Twenty-two. The squatters left voluntarily in two cases whilst court orders were obtained in 16 others.Court orders are sought where necessary and this is being done in respect of the four units still occupied.