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Government plans for London criticised

Title
Government plans for London criticised
Genre
Interview
TX Date
12 Sep 1983
Year of production
1983
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Duration
00:03:44
Description
Interview with Chairman of the London Group of Labour MPs Frank Dobson criticising Government proposals for London, including abolition of the GLC and its replacement with government appointed boards, and the introduction of rate capping legislation. Female interviewer not identified.
Contributors
Frank Dobson
Keywords
Politics; London; Local authorities; Local government; GLC; Public services; Councils; Community charge; Local taxation; Governance; Central government; Local finance; Centralization; Local government legislation

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