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Written question asked by Vincent Cable (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 12 December 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 December 2001. It was answered by Douglas Alexander (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 December 2001 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.


Dept of Trade and Industry

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, when she last met Consignia to discuss the franchise arrangements for Parcelforce. - (Holding answer 13 December 2001).
Answer

Dr. Cable: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry when she last met Consignia to discuss the franchise arrangements for Parcelforce. [23267] Mr. Alexander: [holding answer 17 December 2001]: The Department has regular discussions with Consignia about a range of strategic issues facing the company. However, franchise arrangements for Parcelforce are operational issues for the management of the company which I understand is consulting with the unions on the matter.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
377 c457W; 23267
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Franchises Postal services Parcels Consignia Parcelforce
Link
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