HL Deb 07 February 2000 vol 609 c58WA
Lord Stoddart of Swindon

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether any part of the "Your Britain, Your Europe" roadshow was financed by the European Union; and, if so, under which title in the budget the money was allocated. [HL758]

Baroness Scotland of Asthal

The roadshow was financed entirely from the budget of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Lord Stoddart of Swindon

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Who attended the events that were part of the "Your Britain, Your Europe" roadshow; and how the participants and audiences were chosen. [HL759]

Baroness Scotland of Asthal

During the roadshow my honourable friend the Minister of State for Europe met people from all walks of life, including business leaders, academics, school-children, students, MPs and MEPs. Those who joined the various events had an interest in Europe.