I propose to take Questions Nos. 88 and 89 together.
While no specific gender proofing training is provided in my Department, I am satisfied that, in the development of policies, programmes and decisions, proper account is taken of their impact on women and of the Government's general policy objectives in the matter.
Expenditure by my Department relates mainly to the provision by local authorities of various economic, social and environmental infrastructure programmes, and is not, therefore, aimed specifically at either women or men. Many of the recent iniatives, such as those related to social housing, would, of course, have a direct and positive impact on the lives of many women.