§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he intends that the Thamesmead community trust should take over responsibility for the assets of Thamesmead from the London Residuary Body.
§ Sir George YoungOn 2 April 1986, or as soon as practicable thereafter.
§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he expects the first elections for the Thamesmead community trust to take place; who will be responsible for supervising the election; what qualifications will be required of prospective candidates; and who will determine the electoral areas.
§ Sir George YoungI expect the elections to be held in late February 1986, supervised by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State. An offer from the London borough of Bexley to conduct the ballot is being considered. Candidate qualifications and electoral areas are being discussed with a steering group drawn from existing local community organisations.