Council Tax (New Valuation Lists for England) Bill

Yes, with one gigantic caveat—that it should not be ordered by the Secretary of State but be in the control and at the discretion of individual local authorities. Those of us who believe in localism and in local government per se must agree with the democratic system whereby we elect local councils such as that of my hon. Friend. I am aware of the excellent work that he has done, and continues to do, in Northampton. We elect such people to do this work on behalf of us, the people, and we should hold them accountable for the decisions that they make. If they make the right decisions, they will be re-elected. I have no doubt that my hon. Friend will be re-elected for many years to come.