HC Deb 04 July 1990 vol 175 c609W
21. Mr. Strang

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what is his latest estimate of the total amount of poll tax unpaid in Scotland for 1989–90; and if he will express this as a percentage of the total amount of poll tax payable for that year.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

I understand that around 87 per cent. of budgeted revenue has been collected by local authorities to date.

57. Mr. Canavan

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will make a statement about his consideration of proposed changes in the poll tax legislation.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

My right hon. and learned Friend and I and colleagues are looking at a number of aspects of the existing community charge arrangements. We have made it clear that we are prepared to make changes if they are required.

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