HC Deb 22 April 1977 vol 930 c170W
Mr. Ridley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consultations take place with the Chairman of the British Waterways Board before non-executive directors are appointed to that Board.

Mr. Denis Howell

As required by the Transport Act 1962 the Chairman of the British Waterways Board is always consulted before other appointments are made to that Board.