§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received from the Greater Manchester transportation consultative committee about the Local Government Finance Bill; what reply he is sending; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. David MitchellThe Greater Manchester transportation consultative committee wrote to my right hon. Friend on 21 January to express views on the finances of the Greater Manchester passenger transport authority. I will be taking these views into account in my continuing discussions with the PTA, and will ensure that the right hon. Member receives a copy of the reply to the TCC in due course.