§ Mr. Redmondasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if, in the light of the Government's decision to retain the rating system in its present form for the foreseeable future, he will introduce legislation to end relief for agricultural dwelling houses and agricultural buildings.
§ Mr. WaldegraveI have been asked to reply.
The occupiers of agricultural dwelling houses are liable for rates. The Government have no plans to extend liability for rates to other agricultural buildings.