§ Mr. Arnoldasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what account he took of the effect of the formulae adopted by him for calculating this year's rate support grant as between urban and rural areas.
§ Mr. FreesonThe effects of the RSG distribution formula on urban and rural areas were taken into account. A central aim was to concentrate grant in those areas with the greatest incidence of social and economic problems.
§ Mr. Arnoldasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from local authorities in respect of the formulae adopted by him for calculating rate support grant.
§ Mr. FreesonMy right hon. Friend has received numerous representations by post, and has already seen deputations from Cambridgeshire, Somerset and Warwickshire. Further meetings are planned with other authorities.