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Written question asked by Paul Burstow (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 3 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 18 November 2004. It was answered by Ivor Caplin (Labour) on Thursday, 18 November 2004 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether it is his policy to ensure that hospitality within his Department is sourced from fair trade producers wherever possible within the boundaries set by the public procurement rules. - Will write.
Answer

Mr. Paul Burstow: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether it is his policy to ensure that hospitality within his Department is sourced from fair trade producers wherever possible within the boundaries set by the public procurement rules. [197065] Mr. Caplin: I will write to the hon. Member and place a copy of my letter in the Library of the House.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
426 c1839W;426 c1843W; 197065
Session
2003-04
Subjects
Catering Government departments Procurement Ministry of Defence Official hospitality Fairtrade initiative
Link
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