§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what is his policy towards civil servants in his Department at grade 2 or above arranging briefings for the opposition spokesmen on their responsibility. [40711]
§ Sir George YoungPrior ministerial approval is required for briefings with officials at any grade and requests should be made to the Private Office of the relevant Minister. A Minister may wish to be present at any briefings which is arranged.