§ Mr. RoweTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment why it was decided to close down the Crown Suppliers so soon after he had announced that they were to be privatised; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. PortilloThe decision to close a part of the Crown Suppliers was taken in the light of the disappointing result of the sale competition, two and a half years after the announcement that it would be offered for sale. Discussions are continuing with bidders for other parts of the Crown Suppliers.