§ Mr. John GarrettTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many statutory instruments and codes of practice are provided for in the Companies Act 1989.
§ Mr. Redwood[holding answer 13 February 1991]: The Companies Act 1989 contains 46 powers exercisable by statutory instrument, and one provision recognising compliance with a code of practice as conduct expected of persons authorised to carry on investment business.