Written question asked by Mark Hoban (Conservative) on Tuesday, 6 February 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 8 February 2007. It was answered by Malcolm Wicks (Labour) on Monday, 19 February 2007 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Intellectual Property: Reviews

Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what consultation he has held with (a) other Government departments and (b) other stakeholders on the implementation of the Gowers Review of Intellectual Property.

Answer: I have been asked to reply.The Government departments charged with implementation of the Gowers recommendations will consult with relevant departments across Whitehall and with other stakeholders before providing advice to Ministers on how best to take forward implementation of particular recommendations. A cross Whitehall Gowers Implementation Steering Group has been formed to ensure a joined-up government effort. Consultation documents on various issues will be released later this winter and in the spring, and informal engagement with stakeholders is already underway.

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