HC Deb 03 November 1980 vol 991 c414W
25. Mr. Skinner

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he is satisfied with the operation of the Select Committees; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. St. John-Stevas

Yes. I am satisfied that the establishment of a comprehensive structure of departmental Select Committees has been a major improvement in our system of parliamentary scrutiny of the work of the Executive.