§ Mr. Michael Lathamasked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he expects to publish the inquiry into allegations of overstaffing in local government, which was set up by his predecessor.
§ Mr. John SilkinThe hon. Member is no doubt referring to the inquiry initiated by the Local Authorities Conditions of Service Advisory Board. As indicated in my reply to the hon. Member for Norfolk, North (Mr. Howell) on 26th June, the report on this inquiry was published at the end of May.