§ Mr. SproatTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what visits he has made to his EC counterparts in each member state to discuss deregulation matters since 18 April; what agreements came out of such meetings; and what plans he has for making further progress in deregulation matters during the United Kingdom's presidency of the EC.
§ Mr. WaldegraveDeregulation is primarily the responsibility of my right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade. However, the aims of the citizens charter are relevant to deregulation. During the United Kingdom presidency, our European partners will have an opportunity to learn how the charter is helping to raise standards of public service in this country. In particular, on 3 and 4 December there will be a major conference in London on service for the citizen.