HC Deb 03 May 1990 vol 171 c635W
Mr. Canavan

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he will now give details of the rates concessions for Scottish sports grounds.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

My right hon. and learned Friend has been informed by the Scottish Assessors Association that as result of the simultaneous revaluations which took effect on 1 April the rateable values of sports grounds in Scotland and in England and Wales have been brought into line with each other. I understand that differences still exist in the methods employed in valuing these subjects north and south of the border and we are considering whether, in order to ensure a common method of valuation in future, subordinate legislation is required.