Written question asked by Lord Bradshaw (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 April 2002. It was answered by Lord Falconer of Thoroton (Labour) on Thursday, 11 April 2002.

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Falconer of Thoroton, Lord

Question

Whether, in view of the uncertain timescales involved in seeking primary legislation, they will consider using the Regulatory Reform Order procedure to extend the maximum length of local authority bus contracts to 10 years; and when this is likely to be effected. [HL 3686].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 3686; 633 c126-7WA

Session

2001-02

Subjects

Contracts Bus services Local government Regulatory reform orders