§ Mr. VazTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment how many applications have been received for the post of chief executive of the Urban Regeneration Agency; when interviews will be held; and who will decide who is to be appointed.
§ Mr. Robin SquireA total of 178 applications have been received. The date for interviews has yet to be set. Lord Walker, as the Urban Regeneration Agency's chairman-designate, will play a leading role in the selection process, and the appointment will be made by the agency when established.