§ Mr. DalyellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what account is taken in recommending persons for appointment to the British Broadcasting Corporation's board of governors of any previous employment they may have had with Her Majesty's Government; how the criteria were applied in the case of Miss Daphne Park; what was the nature of her previous employment by, or on behalf of, Her Majesty's Government; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HurdThe criteria that are used in determining appointments to the BBC board of governors, and other broadcasting appointments, are those of personal 293W distinction, experience and ability. Miss Daphne Park's career in the diplomatic service is a matter of public record.