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Local Government Finance

Asked by Mr Clive BettsLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 7 January 2025UIN 20568

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to provide (a) mayors and (b) councils with additional fundraising powers, in addition to the planned infrastructure levy.

Answered by Jim McMahon

The English Devolution White Paper has provided powers for local leaders to deliver for their places and support economic growth. The government keeps all taxes under review.

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