HC Deb 12 July 1978 vol 953 cc562-3W
36. Mr. Brotherton

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will issue a circular to local authorities on the reduction of rateable values of houses affected by floods, such as those of January 1976 and January 1978.

Mr. Shore

No. The valuation of property for rating is the responsibility of valuation officers of the Inland Revenue.