European Council (Hansard, 6 July 1992)

HC Deb 06 July 1992 vol 211 c17W 17W

§ Mr. Llew Smith
To ask the Prime Minister what initiatives he intends to take as President of the European Council to establish greater openness and transparency in the work of the Council and of the Committee of Permanent Representatives' support role for Council meetings.

§ The Prime Minister
Under the rules of procedure of the Council, meetings of the Council are not public unless the Council unanimously decides otherwise. The same rules apply to COREPER. We do not intend to seek a change in the rules. However, we shall also continue to ensure that this House is fully consulted throughout the established scrutiny procedures.