§ Mr. Luceasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consideration he is giving, as part of the reform of local government to the proposals of the Association 60W for Neighbourhood Councils to establish the parish council system in urban areas details of which are in his possession.
§ Mr. Graham PageI am studying the Association's proposals, along with other suggestions that have reached me about the future of parishes. The Government's conclusions on this aspect of reorganisation will be reflected in the forthcoming legislation.