The likely next prime minister said in his speech in Manchester that he wants London to remain "the world's greatest capital city" and hinted at new powers over housing and education
Follow the money! (Deep Throat). If London gets more control over Skills Training (FE?) or housebuilding, it will need more Central Government money. Or power to raise Council taxes. Will Central Government lower VAT/income tax/ NI correspondingly? To ensure no overall raising of taxation to pay for increased devolution.
Follow the money! (Deep Throat). If London gets more control over Skills Training (FE?) or housebuilding, it will need more Central Government money. Or power to raise Council taxes. Will Central Government lower VAT/income tax/ NI correspondingly? To ensure no overall raising of taxation to pay for increased devolution.