§ Mr. DalyellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on the progress of the privatisation of the Crown Suppliers.
§ Mr. ChopeThe Government's intention to invite bids for those of the Crown Suppliers' businesses, which can be undertaken on a normal commercial basis, was announced on 3 February. We expect soon to appoint a financial institution to advise on the best method of effecting the sale.