§ Mr. Raceasked the Secretary of State for Energy 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 9 November 1979.
§ Mr. LawsonEach question is considered on its merits, but, by way of illustration, it is not my practice to answer where confidential, commercial or security information arises; and on matters which are the responsibility of public bodies.