§ Mr. Woodasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what decision he has now reached, in the light of the judgment in another place on 28th January 1976, in Vandyck v. Oliver (Valuation Officer [1976] AC 659, on rating relief for the disabled; and when he expects to introduce any necessary legislation.
§ Mr. Guy BarnettMy right hon. Friend hopes to reach a decision soon. If legislation is necessary, the timing of its introduction must depend on the parliamentary timetable.