§ Sir Peter Emeryasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether, in view of the number of specific inquiries into rating reform, he will publish a White Paper, rather than a further discussion document, setting out the Government's intention, on rate reform with a view to legislation being introduced during the next Session of Parliament.
§ Mrs. RumboldMy right hon. Friend's studies encompass the whole of local government finance. The document which he intends to publish will cover other issues in addition to rate reform, and full consultation will be appropriate on these matters.