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Written question asked by Charlie Elphicke (Conservative) on Monday, 31 January 2011, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 February 2011. It was answered by Mike Penning (Conservative) on Thursday, 10 February 2011 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Localism Bill

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport whether he plans to take steps to encourage community ownership bids for statutory harbour authorities under clauses 66 to 70 of the Localism Bill.
Answer

The Localism Bill is currently being considered by the House of Commons Committee. It will be for the community to determine whether it wants to make a challenge or a bid, under the opportunities provided by the Localism Bill.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
37864; 523 c410W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Local government Ownership Ports
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk