Chamber
Meeting of the Parliament 10 February 2016
10 Feb 2016 · S4 · Meeting of the Parliament
Item of business
Portfolio Question Time
Local Government Funding (Reform)
Finance, Constitution and Economy
Before the end of the current parliamentary session, we will introduce plans for reform of the present council tax that reflect the principles of the commission on local tax reform’s report; enter into consultation with local government about the possible future assignation of a proportion of income tax receipts, thereby giving local authorities an incentive to boost economic growth in their areas; and launch a review of the non-domestic rates system in Scotland.
In the same item of business
9. Nanette Milne (North East Scotland) (Con)
Con
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its plans to reform local government funding. (S4O-05542)
The Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Constitution and Economy (John Swinney)
SNP
Before the end of the current parliamentary session, we will introduce plans for reform of the present council tax that reflect the principles of the commiss...
Nanette Milne
Con
There is increasing concern that north-east households, which already pay the highest council tax levels in Scotland, will be hit by new higher bands that th...
John Swinney
SNP
The Government will undertake a considered analysis of the commission on local tax reform’s report. We will formulate our proposals accordingly within the co...