§ Mr. Rookerasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will list those topics on which it is not his practice to answer parliamentary questions; and if he will list any changes in the practice of his Department since 3 May.
§ Mr. Humphrey AtkinsIt is not possible to provide a definitive and exhaustive list of questions which I might exceptionally decline to answer on grounds other than cost. There are occasions when information is withheld for security reasons, but each question will continue to be considered on its merits.