Written question asked by Lord Willoughby de Broke (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 27 March 2001. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 March 2001.

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Whitty, Lord

Question

Whether they will reduce or cancel business rates owed by rural businesses whose incomes have been adversely affected by government action taken to control foot and mouth disease. [HL 1261]. - Inc figures.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1261; 624 c24WA

Session

2000-01

Subjects

Disease control Foot and mouth disease Farmers Rates and rating Small businesses Rural areas

Contains statistics

Yes