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Written question asked by Gordon Prentice (Labour) on Wednesday, 5 March 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 11 March 2003. It was answered by Robin Cook (Labour) on Tuesday, 11 March 2003 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, What reforms to the (a) working methods and (b) system of appointment of the Privy Council have been (i) initiated and (ii) carried through since 1997. (Failed OPQ). - Inc fact that there has been no fundamental change to that practice since 1997.
Answer

Mr. Gordon Prentice: To ask the President of the Council what reforms to the (a) working methods and (b) system of appointment of the Privy Council have been (i) initiated and (ii) carried through since 1997. [101900] Mr. Robin Cook: Appointments to the Privy Council are made by Her Majesty on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. There has been no fundamental change to that practice since 1997.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
401 c154W; 101900
Session
2002-03
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Public appointments Privy Council
Link
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