HC Deb 31 October 1980 vol 991 cc398-9W
Mr. McQuarrie

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consultations have taken place with representatives of the staff of the Ordnance Survey on the proposals to reorganise the Ordnance Survey section; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Heseltine

The staff of the Survey knows that I am considering the future of the organisation in the light of the report of the ordnance survey review committee. There will be full consultations with its trade union representatives on any proposals affecting their interests.

Mr. McQuarrie

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he has reached any decision on the Serpell committee report relating to the reorganisation of the Ordnance Survey section; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Heseltine

I am convinced that there is a bright future for the Ordnance Survey. I am considering in the light of the report of the Ordinance Survey review committee how best the Survey can be given a more enterprising role and independent status. I shall make a further statement as soon as possible.