HC Deb 27 November 1975 vol 901 c264W
Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what were the total sums paid to members of local authorities during 1974–75 in respect of (a) attendance allowances, (b) subsistence allowances and (c) travel allowances.

Mr. Oakes

Detailed figures are not available centrally and local authorities are required to provide them only to their own electors.

Such estimates as can be made however suggest that in England and Wales in 1974–75 attendance allowances accounted for some £8 million, travelling £1½ million and subsistence a further £½ million.

Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he has received the final report of the working party set up to review the operation of the present system of allowances for members of local authorities; and if so whether he will now publish it.

Mr. Oakes

The report is still under consideration. My right hon. Friend will make a statement as soon as he is in a position to do so.

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