Date of Answer: 20.07.2010

Column References: 514 c220W

Member Tabling Question: McKinnell, Catherine

Topic: Local Government Services

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government what his definition is of an essential frontline service for local authorities; and if he will make a statement.

Answering Department: Communities and Local Government

Member Answering Question: Stunell, Andrew

Answer: This is for local authorities to define. Local authorities, engaging their communities, must determine their local priorities and define the services needed to deliver them.

Question Number: 9006

Date Tabled: 13.07.2010

Date for Answer: 19.07.2010