asked the Secretary of State for Wales what, in both real and cash terms, are the housing investment allocations in Wales for 1982–83; and how they compare with the previous five years.

Details of the housing component of the block allocation for 1982–83 are in the Library of the House.Figures are given in cash terms only which is consistent with the new basis of public expenditure planning. Information at constant prices is no longer available and comparison with previous years on a constant price basis is not possible.