Greater Manchester: New Deal

Debate between Lord Newby and Baroness Williams of Trafford

Monday 8th June 2015 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Williams of Trafford]

My Lords, in terms of the devolution deal, Manchester has not requested licensing as one of the devolved powers, but I can write to the noble Lord with further details on licensing locally.

[Lord Newby (LD)]

My Lords, if Manchester asked for more money, would the Government give it any?

[Baroness Williams of Trafford]

My Lords, the Government have made it absolutely clear that these deals are fiscally neutral, and that has been understood by Greater Manchester.