§ Sir Peter EmeryTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what progress has been made on plans for a universal bank for the Post Office. [142694]
§ Mr. ByersThe Post Office and the banks are working together to develop the concept of universal banking services.
§ Mr. PageTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what plans he has to cap the number of people who may hold a basic bank account with the universal banking services. [142959]
§ Mr. Alan Johnson[holding answer 15 December 2000]: There are no plans to cap the number of people who may hold a basic bank account.