§ Andrew GeorgeTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what steps she has taken to ensure that the responsibilities of Lord Haskins within the Prime Minister's office are co-ordinated with the priorities, objectives and work of her Department. [16395]
§ Alun MichaelMy noble Friend Lord Haskins does not have any responsibilities within the Prime Minister's office. His report as rural recovery co-ordinator for Cumbria was submitted to me on 2 October. My noble Friend Lord Haskins continues to chair the Better692W Regulation Task Force, which submits reports to Government on regulatory issues. The response of Government to any specific report is co-ordinated by the Government Department which has lead responsibility for the policy area covered by that report.