§ Mr. George HowarthTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage if he will list the names, occupations and current employers of those who currently hold positions in each public body to which he makes appointments; if he will make a statement on the considerations taken into account when making such appointments; and if he will list details of the posts and salaries or allowances payable which have changed since the publication of "Public Bodies 1992".
§ Mr. SproatThe Department of National Heritage does not currently hold a central list containing the occupation, current employers and remuneration of public appointees and to assemble this information would involve disproportionate cost. Careful consideration is given to the specific skills and experience required for each appointment and to the personal qualities and background of the appointee.