§ Mr. Jim CunninghamTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage by what mechanisms the BBC is accountable to Government in relation to the economy and efficiency of its expenditure. [25256]
§ Mr. DorrellResponsibility for ensuring economy and efficiency falls ultimately on the BBC's governors, who are appointed by Her Majesty the Queen on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The BBC is required by its royal charter to lay its annual report and accounts before Parliament.
§ Mr. CunninghamTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what recent representations he has received relating to reductions in the BBC's output. [25255]
§ Mr. DorrellWe regularly receive representations about the changes to the BBC's programmes and services.