HL Deb 18 December 2003 vol 655 c188WA
Lord Avebury

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What are the purchasing arrangements for beer, wine and spirits required for entertainment by the Department of Health; and what was the amount spent by that Department under this heading in 2002–03. [HL424]

Lord Warner

There are no specific arrangements for the purchasing of beer, wine and spirits. During the financial year 2002–03 a total of £850 was spent on these products.