HC Deb 18 March 1976 vol 907 c589W
24. Rear-Admiral Morgan-Giles

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received concerning the future of the Mayor and the Charter Trustees in Andover, Hampshire; and what is his policy in this matter.

Mr. John Silkin

I have received representations expressing concern that if Test Valley District Council's petition for a charter conferring borough status is granted, Andover will lose its mayor and charter trustees. Borough charters are granted by the Queen on the advice of the Privy Council.