HC Deb 09 January 1985 vol 70 c473W
19. Mr. Campbell-Savours

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his estimate of the average increase in rates for 1985–86.

Mr. Kenneth Baker

The average increase in rates will depend on local authorities' own budget decisions. If authorities budget at target the average increase should be in low single figures.

32. Mr. Allen McKay

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he has made any estimate of the average increase in domestic rates following his announcement of the rate support grant settlement for 1985–86.

Mr. Kenneth Baker

The average increase in domestic rates will depend on local authorities' own budget decisions.