Written question asked by Gordon Brown (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 November 1988. It was answered by Lord Lawson of Blaby (Conservative) on Monday, 14 November 1988 on behalf of the Treasury.

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Untitled Written question

Question

What is the practice in relation to tape recording meetings & briefings of journalists which take place in No 11 Downing street; how often in past tapes have failed to work; where the tape of the briefing on 4 Nov is now & whether any official has had discussions with BBC or any experts on how to enhance the volume - Incl ref to answer given to Mr Sedgemore on 11 Nov

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

140 c538W

Session

1987-88

Subjects

Audio recordings Audio equipment Pensioners Means-tested benefits Treasury Press conferences

Contains statistics

Yes