§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will estimate the amount and percentage of community charge not paid in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HuntI am confident that the approach to collection adopted by Welsh charging authorities is both professional and effective and I am sure that the overwhelming majority of people will pay their community charges. I shall be seeking data about collection from authorities at the end of this financial year when the full picture for the year will be available.