§ Mr. Murphyasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will give consideration to the introduction of a multiplier for the home counties when assessing rate support grant; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WaldegraveMy right hon. Friend is required to determine multipliers in accordance with principles applicable to all local authorities, or all local authorities in the same class. I will consider any representations which are made, but there are at present no plans to amend the legislation in this respect.