HC Deb 05 December 1973 vol 865 c390W
64. Mr. Tope

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will propose standards under which local authorities will report to ratepayers ; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Graham Page

Many of the new local authorities have already shown that they are aware of the need to keep their residents informed about their activities, and in these circumstances my right hon. and learned Friend is not convinced that any action on his part is required.