§ Mr. Cryerasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on local authorities which are making charges for planning applications and inspections; when he expects the replacement order to come into force; and whether refunds will be made should the new order have a differing method or basis of charging.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergLocal authorities have been authorised to charge for building control since 1 April 1980. The present regulations will be replaced as soon as practicable after consultation by others more clearly expressing in one particular instance the same intention with regard to the basis of charging.