Written question asked by Ben Chapman (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 April 2001. It was answered by Baroness Beckett (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 April 2001 on behalf of the Leader of the House of Commons.

President of the Council;Leader of the House of Commons

Question: To ask the President of the Council, if she will make a statement on her role in the oversight and direction of the Business Co-ordination Unit. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Ben Chapman: To ask the President of the Council if she will make a statement on her role in the oversight and direction of the business co-ordination unit. [155224] Mrs. Beckett: Following its launch in September, I am very pleased to report that the Unit, which is located in my Department, has made excellent progress. In just a short space of time it has improved access to Ministers for the business community, through its co-ordination of invitations received across Whitehall. The initiative has been extremely well received both by the business community and the agencies that represent business. I am also pleased to say that this initiative is an excellent example of Government working together--the support the Unit has received from Regional Government Offices has been a key factor in its success.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 366 c165-6W; 155224
Session: 2000-01
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Business Advisory services Government departments Business Coordination Unit
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