HC Deb 19 June 1956 vol 554 c1227
31. Mr. Simmons

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he is aware of the anomalies created by the relationship of the 15 per cent. compounding allowance, as prescribed by the Local Government Act, 1948, to the new higher assessments under the latest revaluation; and if he will consider making some adjustment in the direction of equity.

Mr. Powell

My right hon. Friend is not aware of any anomalies which it is not within the power of local authorities generally to overcome, but if the hon. Member will let him have particulars of any that he has in mind my right hon. Friend will gladly consider them.

Mr. Simmons

Is the Minister aware that a constituent of mine had his assessment raised by 166 per cent. but his compounding limit was raised by only 38 per cent.? Since the compounding limit is governed by an Act of Parliament, will the Minister look at the matter?

Mr. Powell

A house which was subject to compounding before the new valuation lists came into force is still so subject by reason of the Act of 1955.