HC Deb 26 July 1978 vol 954 cc750-1W
Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the Government's forecast of percentage increases in local government spending in Scotland in real terms for each year since 1974–75; what is the actual percentage increase in local government spending for each year; and what is the amount overspent in percentage terms.

Mr. Millan

I shall write to the hon. Member.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the total revenue expenditure of local authorities in Scotland for the latest available year; and what proportion of the expenditure is net from (a) grants, (b) rates (c) charges and (d) other services.

Mr. Milan

Estimated current expenditure in 1976–77 by local authorities on rate fund services was £1,835 million and estimated income £1,888 million. Estimated income comprised:

(a) grants 60.2 per cent.
(b) rates 24.5 per cent.
(c) fees and charges 2.7 per cent.
(d) other services (including rents) 12.6 per cent.