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Mr. Gould
asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what form the limited reform of local government provisions outlined in the Gracious Speech will take.
Mr. Shore
The Government are proposing changes in the allocation of functions between county and district councils in England. Following further consultations, we intend to introduce legislation that will permit transfers of certain functions where district councils seek them.