We must consolidate the substantial progress made in increasing housing output and responding to those most in need. Next year total capital funding for housing – Exchequer and non-Exchequer – at €1.7 billion will be up 7% on the amount provided this year, almost double the spending of two years ago. Our priority is to respond to those most in need. The provisions available for social rented accommodation are likely to allow for some increased starts under the local authority programme and for the voluntary and co-operative sector to continue its increased contribution to social housing as envisaged under the NDP.