§ Mr. David MarshallTo ask the Lord President of the Council on what basis hon. Members' car allowance is calculated; when this was last reviewed; and what plans he has for review in the near future.
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§ Mr. NewtonSince 1984 hon. Members' car allowance has been calculated on the basis of the "Peyton formula". The rates were last revised with effect from 1 April 1991. As the information hitherto used for such revision is no longer available in the form required by the relevant resolution, I am currently considering how best to establish a secure basis for future updating.