§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he has any plans to review or amend the system of remuneration for elected members of Scottish local authorities.
§ Mr. Allan StewartDetails of a revised scheme of councillors' allowances were announced in May 1990 and draft regulations were issued for consultation in June 1990. Consideration of a number of detailed points which arose has taken longer than expected, but we hope to issue revised draft regulations for final consultation shortly.
§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he last increased the rate of remuneration payable to elected members of Scottish local authorities in the form of attendance allowances and expenses; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Allan StewartIncreased rates of attendance allowance, financial loss allowance and special responsibility allowance came into effect on 1 September 1990. Rates of travelling and day and night subsistence allowances were increased from 1 January 1991.