§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what guidelines, information or instructions were issued by his Department to assessors in respect of the most recent rating revaluation of business properties in Scotland; and if he will make a statement. [20596]
§ Mr. LangNew primary and secondary legislation was drawn to assessors' attention by means of departmental circulars. In carrying out their statutory responsibilities, assessors are not subject to policy direction by my Department.