Bernard Allen
Question:181 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when the first survey of local authorities took place in relation to rent controlled dwellings; the number of postal surveys sent out; the number of replies received; the number of residents in these dwellings who may be affected; the measures his Department is considering to address the issue; the date on which he expects to make proposals to relieve this situation in view of the deadline of July 2002; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17546/02]