HC Deb 24 February 1983 vol 37 cc532-3W
Mr. Wigley

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer on how many occasions during the past three years officials of his Department have met representatives of the Duchy of Cornwall to discuss matters arising from its annual accounts.

Sir Geoffrey Howe

Numerous discussions between Treasury officials and Duchy representatives have taken place on accounting matters in the last three years.

Mr. Wigley

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will now arrange for the account of the Duchy of Cornwall for 1982 to be laid before Parliament.

Sir Geoffrey Howe

In accordance with the provisions of section 9 of the Duchy of Cornwall Management Act 1982 the Duchy of Cornwall accounts for 1982 shall be presented not later than 30 June 1983. I will arrange for presentation as soon as the accounts are received.