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Written question asked by Bob Blackman (Conservative) on Monday, 23 November 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 November 2015. It was answered by Greg Hands (Conservative) on Tuesday, 1 December 2015 on behalf of the Treasury.


Devolution: Greater London

Question

To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, if his Department will undertake an analysis of the feasibility of further financial devolution to London.

Answer

The government is strongly committed to devolving powers and responsibilities to the local level. The Chancellor has announced details of the reform to Business Rates nationally whereby Local Government will be able to retain 100% of Business Rates. The government will set out in due course the implications of this reform for London


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17284
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Devolution Finance Greater London
Link
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