HC Deb 16 February 1954 vol 523 cc190-1W
65. Mr. Nally

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what special action he proposes to take in assisting the Coseley Urban District Council, Staffordshire, to meet the legal costs incurred by this authority in resisting a parliamentary Private Bill proposed by a neighbouring local authority.

Mr. Marples

My right hon. Friend has no funds at his disposal for this purpose.

66. Mr. Nally

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he will consult with the appropriate local government associations in devising procedures by which local authorities may be relieved of the substantial costs they incur in connection with the Private Bill procedure of this House.

Mr. Marples

This is a matter for Parliament and is not, therefore, one on which it would be appropriate for my right hon. Friend to consult local authorities.