§ 1. Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consultations he has had with the Association of Municipal Corporations and the local government organisations on the preservation of confidentiality in the handling of matters involving rent rebates.
§ Mr. AmeryThis subject has not been discussed with the local authority associations because authorities already understand the need for confidentiality. The need for confidentiality will be emphasised in the circular to be issued on rent rebates and allowances after enactment of the Housing Finance Bill.