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Mr. Nicholson
asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) how many contracts advertised by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive during the financial year 1983–84 were cancelled after tenders were received; and if he will list them;
(2) how many contracts advertised by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive during the financial year 1984–85 were cancelled after tenders had been received; and if he will list them.
Mr. Chris Patten
This is a matter for the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, but I understand from the chairman that the information is not readily available; I shall reply to the hon. Gentleman as soon as possible.