§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Prime Minister what income was received from the use of No. 10 Downing street for non-official functions in the last three financial years.
§ The Prime MinisterThe costs of catering staff and other expenses are met directly by the organisers of such events. No charge is made for the use of 10 Downing street.
§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Prime Minister if he will list the non-official or party receptions or functions at 10 Downing street during the coming 12 months for which permission has been given.
§ The Prime MinisterI am not prepared to give advance notice of functions at 10 Downing street, whether official or non-official.