HC Deb 17 February 1953 vol 511 c111W
75. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government in view of the continued protests, especially in Kent, against the cost of local government, particulars of which have been sent him, what the Government is doing. especially through delegated services, to secure a reduction; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Marples

The control over local government expenditure by local authorities and by Departments to the limited extent that they are concerned is continuous.