§ Mr. WareingTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many representations he has received in respect of the financing of the Merseyside fire and civil defence authority; how many of these alleged the funding was inadequate; and what was his response. [16292]
§ Mr. SackvilleMy right hon. and learned Friend has received a number of such representations. Where the question of finance has been raised, the replies have made it clear that it was up to the authority to set a budget which would enable it to comply with its statutory duties.