HC Deb 15 May 1956 vol 552 c1812
30. Mr. McInnes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if the committee appointed to review all aspects of local government finance, including industrial derating, has yet reported.

Mr. J. Stuart

This review is making good progress, but is not yet complete. As my right hon. Friend the Minister of Housing and Local Government informed the House on 8th May, the Government hope to begin discussions with the local authority associations by the autumn.

Mr. McInnes

As it is quite possible that the report of this committee will have very far-reaching effects on local government, will the right hon. Gentleman undertake to publish the report of the committee when it has concluded its deliberations?

Mr. Stuart

I must ask the hon. Member to put down another Question on that subject. I do not know, but I think it would have to take place after discussions with the local authority associations.

Mr. McInnes

I do not mind when it takes place, but what I want is a copy of the report to be made available, particularly to Scottish Members.

Mr. Stuart

I will certainly consider that.