HL Deb 27 May 2004 vol 661 cc161-2WA
Baroness Noakes

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Pursuant to the efficiency review undertaken by Sir Peter Gershon, whether Sir Peter or the Office of Government Commerce submitted a report by 26 April on the potential for departmental savings; and, if not, whether a report has been received subsequently; and [HL2899]

Whether they will place in the Library of the House a copy of any reports they have received in connection with Sir Peter Gershon's efficiency review. [HL2900]

Lord McIntosh of Haringey

Sir Peter Gershon continues to work closely with all departments to prepare detailed efficiency proposals for consideration in the 2004 spending review. A further announcement will be made at the spending review.