National Girobank (Hansard, 19 January 1988)

HC Deb 19 January 1988 vol 125 c674W 674W

§ Mr. Harry Ewing
To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster in what form he proposes to seek parliamentary approval for any change in the status or ownership of national Girobank.

§ Mr. Butcher
[holding answer 18 January 1988]: I would naturally expect to inform Parliament of any decision to change the status or ownership of Girobank. Parliamentary approval would be sought if required.