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Written question asked by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 9 February 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 23 February 2004. It was answered by Lord Boateng (Labour) on Monday, 23 February 2004 on behalf of the Treasury.


Treasury

Question
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, which towns and cities have been assessed by Sir Michael Lyons for possible relocation of civil servants from London; which have been short-listed; how many locations will be selected; when he expects to make an announcement; and if he will make a statement. - Inc ref to www.hm-treasury.gov.uk.
Answer

Bob Russell: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer which towns and cities have been assessed by Sir Michael Lyons for possible relocation of civil servants from London; which have been short-listed; how many locations will be selected; when he expects to make an announcement; and if he will make a statement. [154702] Mr. Boateng: Sir Michael Lyons retained King Sturge Property Consultants to conduct an analysis of over 100 locations to better understand local property and labour markets. This information is available on the Treasury website www.hm-treasury.gov.uk and will inform Sir Michael's final report which will be published in March 2004.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
418 c18W; 154702
Session
2003-04
Subjects
Civil servants Location
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk