For the first time in 2000, agencies will submit to the President and Congress annual reports for 1999 that compare actual and target performance levels and explain any difference between them.

WHITEHOUSE: Testimony of Jacob Lew

The Audit Office said while the write-offs had produced a positive performance against the corporate target, the percentage of total rent collected had reduced and there were high levels of individual arrears.

BBC: Housing Executive writes off ?10m