HC Deb 29 January 1974 vol 868 c93W
Mr. Michael Cocks

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what sum has been allocated to the County of Avon for additional costs arising from local government reorganisation; and how this sum was calculated for the different items involved.

Mr. Graham Page

I would refer the hon. Member to the replies I gave to his Questions on 10th December 1973.—[Vol. 866, c.37.]

Mr. Michael Cocks

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will now fix an appointment to receive a deputation of Members of Parliament and civic leaders from the new County of Avon to discuss the financial difficulties in setting up the new County of Avon from scratch.

Mr. Graham Page

I have already said that I will be very ready to receive such a deputation.