§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will seek to amend the rating of caravans legislation in Scotland before the 1985 rating revaluation; and what consultation he has had with the Scottish valuation advisory council and the convention of Scottish local authorities about existing arrangements.
§ Mr. AncramMy right hon. Friend intends to introduce legislation in the current session to reduce the rates burden on caravan sites with static leisure caravans in time for the revaluation in 1985. The Scottish valuation advisory council has advised on the assessment for rates of these caravan sites and my right hon. Friend is considering their advice with a view to deciding the form of the proposed legislation. He intends to consult the convention of Scottish local authorities on the detailed legislative proposals.