Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 September 2002. It was answered by Baroness Blackstone (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 September 2002.

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Blackstone, Baroness

Question

Whether, in the interests of greater transparency, they will institute an annual independent audit of the BBC's expenditure in pursuit of (a) its public service role and (b) any commercial activities. [HL 5750].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

638 c205WA; HL 5750

Session

2001-02

Subjects

Audit BBC Expenditure