Postwatch (Hansard, 11 March 2004)

HC Deb 11 March 2004 vol 418 c1686W 1686W

§ Mr. Bill O'Brien
To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what the total amount of money allocated to Postwatch is in 2002–03. [159602]

§ Mr. Timms
The total amount of money allocated is £8.19 million.

§ Mr. Bill O'Brien
To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what the duties are of Postwatch; and to whom it is responsible. [159603]

§ Mr. Timms
The Consumer Council for Postal Services also known as Postwatch was established to represent the user interests in postal services. Its functions are laid down in the Postal Services Act 2000; and it is responsible to the Secretary of State.