HC Deb 12 May 1986 vol 97 c341W
51. Mr. Gregory

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on his policy for an extension of competitive tending and privatisation by Government Departments.

Mr. Moore

Our policy is to transfer work out of the public service wherever this is commensurate with sound management and provides good value for money for the taxpayer. As the House knows, Government Departments are now required to test the market in specified areas.