§ Mr. Parryasked the Secretary of State for the Environment (1) what plans he has for emergency legislation to deal with the budget situation of the city of Liverpool;
(2) if he will meet a deputation of hon. Members from Liverpool to discuss the city's deficit budget.
§ Mr. Patrick JenkinLiverpool city council has now made a rate and declared a budget. It is for that council to live with the consequences of its decision. I have agreed to meet a deputation of hon. Members.
§ Mr. Parryasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he has any plans to appoint a commissioner to run the affairs of the city of Liverpool.
§ Mr. Patrick JenkinI have no powers to do so.