HC Deb 24 October 1984 vol 65 c600W
28. Mr. Cohen

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he proposes meeting the leaders of authorities designated under the Rates Act in order to discuss their expenditure levels.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

I will meet them if they seek such a meeting.

31. Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consultations he has undertaken with those local authorities selected for rate limitation under the Rates Act 1984.

Mr. Kenneth Baker

None. I have received a number of representations from selected authorities.

34. Mr. Straw

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he expects to meet representatives of the Association of Metropolitan Authorities and the Association of London Authorities to discuss designations under the Rates Act.

Mr. Kenneth Baker

I have no plans for such meetings.