"However, I believe there is little public appetite for introducing a barrage of new local taxes, especially given the fact that council tax doubled under the last administration, " said Local Government Minister Brandon Lewis.

BBC: Commuters in London

Within these strategic areas, the council was implementing several activities, including the administration of the Kenya Government Science, Technology and Innovation Grant, which supports research and innovation in priority areas in relation to Vision 2030.

UNESCO: SCIENCE POLICY AND CAPACITY-BUILDING

Mr Fraser complained that the Scottish government's SNP administration was disrespecting local views when overturning decisions against wind farms made at council level.

BBC: Tories and SNP clash over wind power support