§ Mr. John Huntasked the Secretary of State for Transport whether, in the case of appeals made to him against appointments for road charges under the Highways Act 1959, he has any power under statute to waive the levying of interest upon such householders for the period during which the matter is in dispute.
§ Mr. William RodgersNo; payment of interest on private street works charges is a requirement of Section 181 of the Highways Act 1959.