Written question asked by Andrew Griffith (Conservative) on Thursday, 19 December 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 January 2025 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Jones (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 January 2025 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Industrial Strategy Council: Public Appointments

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, how many people were considered for appointment to the Industrial Strategy Council.

Answer: Appointments to the Industrial Strategy Advisory Council were made through direct ministerial appointment by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. The Council’s membership includes senior business leaders, policy experts and trade union representatives. Members have been appointed in a personal capacity and the Council will help to ensure our Industrial Strategy is informed by a broad and high-quality evidence base, and a diverse range of perspectives.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 21472
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Industrial Strategy Council: Public Appointments
Monday, 13 January 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Public appointments Industrial Strategy Council
Contains statistics: Yes
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk