§ Mr. Norman Atkinsonasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the estimated cost of preparation, printing and delivery of the leaflet "Protecting the Ratepayer" in (a) the London borough of Haringey and (b) all the rate-capped authorities.
§ Mr. WaldegraveThe estimated cost of preparation, printing and delivery of the leaflet "Protecting the Ratepayer" in all ratecapped authorities is £148,630. It is not possible to break down the cost into individual areas.
§ Mr. Norman Atkinsonasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if, in view of the implications of the advice in the leaflet "Protecting the Ratepayer" for the 283W level of spending by authorities for which he has determined a rate ceiling for 1985–86, he will withdraw the leaflet.
§ Mr. WaldegraveNo.