QUEEN'S AWARD TO INDUSTRY

HC Deb 27 November 1969 vol 792 cc134-5W

Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Prime Minister what arrangements he is making for a review of the Queen's Award to Industry.

The Prime Minister

As recommended by the committee which drew up the scheme in 1965, the Award Scheme will be reviewed this winter so that any modifications which experience has shown to be desirable can be recommended to Her Majesty The Queen. I hope to receive the Report of the Review Committee in time for any modifications to be implemented in the awards made in 1971.

Lord McFadzean, who was a member of the original committee, has agreed to be Chairman of the Review Committee.

The Review Committee will consider all aspects of the award, including questions of scope and eligibility. Those wishing to suggest changes in the scheme are invited to submit views to the Office of The Queen's Award by the end of this year for the Review Committee's consideration.