§ Mr. Paul MarsdenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if he will introduce a mandatory rate relief system for voluntary sports clubs; and if he will make a statement. [70541]
§ Ms ArmstrongWe are currently reviewing the arrangements under which non-profit making sports clubs may receive relief from non-domestic rates at the discretion of local authorities. We intend to issue a consultation paper in the near future.