§ 1. Mr. Gowerasked the Secretary of State for Wales what increase in rates he expects in Wales in 1965–66; what average percentage increase this will represent; and what steps he intends to take to reduce the burden of rates in the Principality.
§ Mr. James GriffithsThe returns so far available point to an increase of about 1/1d. per £ of rateable value or 9½ per cent. In reply to the last part of the Question, I would refer the hon. Gentleman to the statement of Government Policy made by my right hon. Friend the Minister of Housing and Local Government in the debate on 5th May.