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Council Tax (New Valuation Lists for England) Bill

As I understand the proposals in the White Paper, the Government envisage a new role for local education authorities. I do have some concerns about what that role might be. However, I look forward to a vigorous debate over the White Paper to ensure that local education authorities continue to play a vital role on behalf of local people who elect them to serve their local communities. I look forward to vigorous debate, but I do not envisage that the White Paper will end local government’s vital involvement in local education.