§ Annabelle EwingTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what non-domestic rate is proposed for(a)England, (b)Wales and (c)Scotland in 2002–03. [47943]
§ Dr. WhiteheadThe national non-domestic rate poundage (multiplier) for England for 2002–03 is 43.7 pence.
The multiplier for Wales is a matter for the Welsh Assembly Government. The multiplier for Scotland is a matter for the Scottish Executive.