HC Deb 20 January 1989 vol 145 cc347-8W
Dr. Cunningham

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what plans he has to undertake(a) newspaper, (b) radio or (c) television advertising at the time when he plans that most community charges registration officers will be undertaking a canvass in order to construct a register; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Ridley

I have no plans to undertake paid advertising on television or radio at the time of canvassing to compile the registers. My Department will, however, commission some newspaper advertising to draw attention to the information leaflet which we intend to send to all households in England in May, to coincide with canvassing.

Dr. Cunningham

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he has received any complaints about alleged, factual inaccuracies or misleading statements in "You and the Community Charge"; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Ridley

We have received a very positive response to the booklet, reflected in the high level of demand. We have received one representation on a few very detailed points.