HC Deb 28 February 1994 vol 238 cc578-9W
Mr. Llew Smith

To ask the Prime Minister, pursuant to his answer to the hon. Member for Newham, North-West (Mr. Banks) of 21 February,Official Report, column 32, if he will give his reason for declining to provide the information on official gifts requested.

The Prime Minister

I have received a large number of such gifts, most of minor value. The cost of providing a list would be disproportionate. All the gifts have been handled in accordance with the provisions set out in "Questions of Procedure for Ministers".

Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Prime Minister, pursuant to his answer of 22 February,Official Report, column 162, if he will list those official gifts purchased by Baroness Thatcher on leaving the office of Prime Minister; and how their value is established.

The Prime Minister

No. I have nothing further to add to the reply I gave the hon. Member on 22 February,Official Report, column 162.

Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Prime Minister what is his policy in respect of official gifts received by his office.

The Prime Minister

The arrangements set out in "Questions of Procedure for Ministers" are followed.

Mrs. Clwyd

To ask the Prime Minister if he will list the items of jewellery given to the state which are at present housed at No. 10 Downing street.

The Prime Minister

[holding answer 22 February 1994]: There are a number of such items.