Written question asked by Gerald Kaufman (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 November 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 November 2000. It was answered by Lord Howarth of Newport (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 November 2000 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Dept for Culture Media and Sport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, pursuant to his Answer of 13th November, 356 c448W, when he expects to receive responses from the individuals whom he is consulting; and what the timetable is for any subsequent actions.

Answer: Mr. Kaufman: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, pursuant to his answer of 13 November 2000, Official Report, column 448W, when he expects to receive responses from the individuals whom he is consulting; and what the timetable is for any subsequent actions. [138835] Mr. Alan Howarth: While some responses have already been received, I am awaiting a reply from others who have indicated that I can expect to hear from them relatively shortly. I wish to consider all responses before deciding upon a course of action and the subsequent timetable will ensure that the need to proceed swiftly is balanced by our responsibility to consult widely.

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