§ 31. Mr. P. Williamsasked the Minister of Transport whether he is now able to publish the report of the Chandos Committee.
§ Mr. MarplesAs my hon. Friend the Parliamentary Secretary said in reply to Questions on 4th May, this Report is confidential. However, I recognise the interest of the House and I will make a further statement as soon as I am in a position to do so.
§ 55. Dame Irene Wardasked the Minister of Transport whether he has yet received the Chandos Report; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MarplesI received yesterday the Report of the Committee which has been presided over by Lord Chandos. This Report will now be considered urgently by the Government, but I would like to take this opportunity of expressing the Government's gratitude to Lord Chandos and the members of the Committee for the very great effort and care which they have given to this task.