§ Mr. EvansTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many quangos have been established in Wales in each year since 1997; and what the cost of each of them was in 2001–02. [48622]
§ Mr. Paul MurphySince 1 July 1999, I have established no non-departmental public bodies. Prior to that date, my predecessor established the Welsh Committee for Professional Development of Pharmacy. He also wound up a number of quangos.
Sponsorship of the Welsh Committee for Professional Development of Pharmacy has subsequently transferred to the National Assembly for Wales. Its costs in 2001–02 are therefore a matter for the Assembly.