§ 31. Mr. Nichollsasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received in the last six months on the reform of the system of rates; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. RumboldNearly 300 written representations on this subject have been received in response to the Government's Green Paper "Paying for Local Government", which was published on 28 January. The consultation period continues until 31 October.