§ Q9. Mr. Milneasked the Prime Minister if he will appoint a Royal Commission to examine the effects and implications of the Poulson affair on local government, Parliament and the Civil Service.
§ The Prime MinisterAs the hon. Gentleman knows, I have considerable sympathy with his suggestion, but, before considering what further steps may be necessary, I would prefer to await the outcome of Lord Redcliffe-Maud's inquiry.