Written question asked by Gwyneth Dunwoody (Labour) on Thursday, 15 February 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 28 February 2001. It was answered by Brian Wilson (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 February 2001 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, if he will list the contracts that exist between SERCO and the Department, its executive agencies and associated public bodies; and if he will list those which have existed in the last three years.

Answer: Mrs. Dunwoody: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will list the contracts that exist between SERCO and the Department, its executive agencies and associated public bodies; and if he will list those which have existed in the last three years. [151344] Mr. Wilson: Neither the FCO, nor its executive agency or associated public bodies have existing contracts with SERCO. Within the last three years, the BBC World Service has contracted with SERCO for internet consultancy services at a total cost of £25,971.03 plus VAT.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 363 c701W; 151344
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Contracts Government departments Foreign and Commonwealth Office Serco
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