HC Deb 14 January 1991 vol 183 c379W
Mr. Rees

To ask the Prime Minister what is his policy with regard to the considerations which he takes into account before making any recommendation for the award of a hereditary baronetcy; when this policy last changed; and if he will make a statement.

The Prime Minister

It was the policy of my predecessor to consider recommending hereditary honours in exceptional cases. I propose to follow a similar practice.