asked the Minister for Local Government if he will state the number of houses erected by (a) local authorities and (b) private enterprise, in each of the years 1951 to 1955.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Housing Statistics.
The information requested has been compiled in a tabular statement which, with your permission, a Leas-Cheann Comhairle, will be circulated with the Official Report.
Following is the statement:—
NUMBER OF HOUSES ERECTED.
Year ended 31st December |
By Local Authorities(a) |
By Private Enterprise(b) |
1951 |
7,258 |
4,867 |
1952 |
6,938 |
6,080 |
1953 |
6,320 |
5,538 |
1954 |
5,697 |
4,793 |
1955 |
4,143 |
4,873 |