§ Mr. Robert BanksTo ask the President of the Board of Trade if he will set out the terms of reference for his Department's inquiry into unnecessary regulations.
§ Mr. Neil HamiltonThe seven deregulation task forces have the following terms of reference.
To advise Ministers on priorities for the repeal or simplification of existing regulations and enforcement methods so as to minimise the costs on business; to advise Ministers on the best way of developing and maintaining consultation on the introduction and enforcement of new regulations including those arising from EC measures; bearing in mind the consideration of public health, safety and security which underlie the regulatory system.