§ 13. Mr. Johnasked the Secretary of State for Wales whether he will publish the evidence submitted by individuals and organisations in Wales to the Commission on the Constitution.
§ Mr. Peter ThomasThis is entirely a matter for the Commission. So far, three volumes of evidence relating to Wales have been published and I understand that a further volume, which will include the remainder of the material in respect of Wales, will be published in the Autumn.
§ Mr. JohnDoes not the right hon. and learned Gentleman realise that the evidence submitted is a matter of vital concern when people consider the efficacy of the Commission's recommendations? Is there not an equal case, in advance of the report, for publishing a popular document putting forward the evidence submitted on behalf of each of the bodies so that discussion of that report can be informed and enlightening?
§ Mr. ThomasThere is a lot in what the hon. Gentleman says. However, I remind him that this is a Royal Commission, and the publication of these reports is a matter for the commission. So far, three volumes of evidence relating to Wales have been published. I understand that a further volume will be published in the autumn