Rating System

HC Deb 26 October 1983 vol 47 c110W

25. Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he proposes to bring forward measures to improve the rating system.

26. Mr. Parris

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what further reforms he plans for the financing of local government.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

Around turn of the year I will introduce a Bill to curb the rate increases of selected high spending authorities, with provisions for a fall back power to limit rate levels generally if necessary. The Bill will also contain a number of other measures to improve the operation of the rating system.

38. Mr. Martin

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on the White Paper on proposals for the rating system.

Mr. Waldegrave

We are now considering the responses to our White Paper and will bring forward legislation as soon as possible.