HC Deb 01 March 1983 vol 38 c87W
Q54. Mr. Maclennan

asked the Prime Minister if she will seek to increase local control over public policy by reform of the structure of local government.

The Prime Minister

Following the publication of our consultation paper on the reform of the rating system, we received a number of suggestions for changing the structure of local government, some of which would have the effect of increasing local control over public policy. We are still considering our response.