§ Mr. Geoffrey Finsbergasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether his Department has had any approaches from the Association of London Authorities; if he will list them together with any re ply he has given; if he will make it his policy not to have any contacts with this association; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Patrick JenkinThe Association of London Authorities has made a general request to my Department for recognition and inclusion in the standing arrangements for Departmental consultation with local government. I am considering this request along with legal advice I am seeking.