HC Deb 09 June 1989 vol 154 cc240-1W
Mr. Waller

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department (1) when he expects to announce the composition of the inquiry into privacy and related matters;

(2) whether the terms of reference of the inquiry into privacy and related matters will include aspects of the law of defamation.

Mr. Renton

Consideration is still being given to the composition and terms of reference of the review of privacy and related matters. My right hon. Friend expects to make an announcement shortly.