§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what plans he has to ensure that directors of public companies should be more accountable to their shareholders; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Neil HamiltonI welcome the work of the Accounting Standards Board in developing proposals for large companies to include with its annual report and accounts an operating and financial review. I look forward to the contribution of the Cadbury committee which is expected soon.