§ 91. Mr. Nigel Daviesasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that private house owners are gravely concerned at the likelihood of a substantial increase in their rates when the new method of assessment, in accordance with the Local Government Act, 1948, comes into force; and whether he will introduce amending legislation to ensure that privately-owned houses are not treated more unfavourably than council houses in the assessment of rates.
§ Mr. BevanI am not aware of any general concern that there will be a substantial increase in the assessments of private houses at the next revaluation. The matter was fully discussed on the Bill for the Local Government Act, 1948, and I see no reason for contemplating further legislation now.