Written question asked by Lord Hardy of Wath (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 May 2002. It was answered by Lord Falconer of Thoroton (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 May 2002.

Falconer of Thoroton, Lord

Question: How many properties were included in each of the bands set down for the purposes of council tax in the first year following its introduction and in the current years; what were the values of properties in the bands in that first year and what they are today; and whether they consider that there is general acceptance that the structures and values within each band are appropriate [HL 4211] - Inc table and ref to Strong Local Leadership - Quality Public services (Cm 5327).

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