HC Deb 21 December 1983 vol 51 c261W
38. Mr. Dobson

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from local authorities about the functioning and future of the partnership scheme.

Sir George Young

Local authorities make many representations about partnership matters in the course of our frequent discussions with them. None has suggested that the arrangements should be abandoned or radically changed. There have been requests for additional resources and changes in emphasis.