§ 25. Mr. A. Robertsasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what reply he has sent to local authorities in answer to their protestations against his decision to increase the rates of interest to local authorities.
§ Mr. SandysI would refer the hon. Member to the answer given by the Chancellor of the Exchequer on 19th July.
§ Mr. RobertsIn view of the statement made by the Chancellor yesterday, does the Minister intend to increase or decrease the interest rates in the near future?
§ Mr. SandysThat does not rest with me.