§ Mr. Kenneth Clarkeasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will issue a circular or other advice to local authorities advising them not to expend public moneys on the acquisition of shareholdings or any other interest in holiday and travel firms.
§ Mr. OakesNo; but it is for local authorities to decide whether any particular increase in expenditure can be classed as an inescapable commitment within the344W terms of my Department's Circular 171/74.