§ Mr. Michael Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Industry if the Government advise public agencies that, in the purchase or maintenance of lifts, any preference should be given to manufacturers in receipt of Government financial help and withheld from those who are not.
§ Mr. Les HuckfieldThe policy of my Department in awarding contracts is to obtain wherever possible the best value for money. My right hon. Friend is not responsible for the purchasing policies of any public agencies.