The Rt. Hon. Sir John Major KG CH

Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 1990-1997

Chief Secretary (1987-1989)

Mr Major’s Written Parliamentary Answer on Diplomats – 9 November 1987

Below is the text of Mr Major’s written Parliamentary Answer on Diplomats on 9th November 1987.


Mr. Rooker Asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will list the contributions paid by each grouping of foreign diplomats to the cost of local authority services for the latest convenient period; how contributions are fixed; and what arrears are outstanding from any grouping.

Mr. Major [holding answer 5 November 1987]: I regret that this information cannot be provided without disproportionate cost.