Derating in Plymouth: 300 Claims before the Committee: Plymouth Assessment Committee have this week, the chairmanship of Mr. Albert Webb, been dealing with the important question of derating. lt is their function to decide the claims of those who consider they are entitled to benefits under the Act. At present over 300 cairns have been lodged, and the careful consideration necessary in each case may be judged from the fact that this week the committee, sitting day, heard only nineteen. The Revenue authorities were represented by Mr. Pincent, and the local authority by city treasurer. … (description of meeting) …
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GRO0322 Hennock: Francis Wingfield Homfray Pinsent: 1875 – 1948