HC Deb 27 June 1984 vol 62 c463W
Mr. Alton

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what penalties his Department will exact against Liverpool city council in respect of money borrowed during the period in which a lawful rate has not been levied.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

It is for the independent auditor to decide whether there are any grounds for action against councillors under sections 19 or 20 of the Local Government Finance Act 1982.

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