HC Deb 04 February 1987 vol 109 c730W
64. Mr. Heffer

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will meet Liverpool council leaders to discuss the city's budget proposals.

Mr. Chope

It is the responsibility of the Liverpool city council to balance its budget for 1987–88 within the resources available to it.

69. Mr. Parry

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will pay a visit to Liverpool to meet council leaders to discuss the city's budget proposals.

Mr. Chope

It is the responsibility of the Liverpool city council to balance its budget for 1987–88 within the resources available to it. My right hon. Friend has no present plans to visit Liverpool.