HC Deb 11 December 1967 vol 756 c37W
95. Mr. Whitaker

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what action he is taking over the steep rent increases proposed by the Greater London Council at a time of wage restraint.

Mr. Greenwood:

The reference to the National Board for Prices and Incomes of the reasons for, and phasing of, increases in rents of local authority housing includes any proposed rent increases affecting tenants of the Greater London Council. The terms of reference are contained in the reply given today by my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster to a Question by my hon. Friend the Member for Harrow, East (Mr. Roebuck).

Mr. Winnick

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he will refer the proposed Greater London Council rent increases to the National Board for Prices and Incomes; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. MacColl

I would refer my hon. Friend to the reply given today by my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster to a Question by my hon. Friend the Member for Harrow, East (Mr. Roebuck).

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