§ Mr. CryerTo ask the Prime Minister on how many occasions he has used No. 10 Downing street premises for functions of the Conservative party; what is the cost to public funds; and what was the purpose of each occasion.
§ The Prime MinisterWhen charitable or other non-official events are held at No. 10 Downing street, the organisers are responsible for all catering and staff costs as well as other miscellaneous direct costs.
§ Mr. CryerTo ask the Prime Minister in what circumstances the premises of No. 10 Downing street are available for hire by outside organisations; and at what cost.
§ The Prime MinisterI refer the hon. Member to the reply I gave to the hon. Member for Newham, North-West (Mr. Banks) on 30 November 1993,Official Report, column 420.