Supplementary.

Part of Clause 2 – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 20 Rhagfyr 1973.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Mr Michael Cocks Mr Michael Cocks , Bristol South 12:00, 20 Rhagfyr 1973

I support my hon. Friend the Member for The Hartlepools (Mr. Leadbitter). The clause refers to the Secretary of State carrying out such consultation as he thinks appropriate". Who does the Minister think should be consulted? Will the consultations differ from consultations in other areas? The Minister knows our argument about the poll and we need not go over that ground. Is not this an opportunity to embark on an experiment in local government which the House should take?