Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 May 2001. It was answered by Lord Falconer of Thoroton (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 May 2001.

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Falconer of Thoroton, Lord

Question

Whether they will set up an independent body to scrutinise and regulate advertising by the Government in the United Kingdom; and, if not, why not. [HL 1912].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1912; 624 c347WA

Session

2000-01

Subjects

Government departments Publicity Regulation