§ 40. Mr. MackinlayTo ask the Lord President of the Council if he will make a statement on his duties as Lord President of the Council.
§ Mr. NewtonAs Lord President, I am responsible for the work of the Privy Council Office, and for overseeing the functions of the Privy Council itself. In this connection, I present the Council business to Her Majesty.
I also act for the Queen as Visitor of a number of universities and colleges.