§ Mr. DonohoeTo ask the Prime Minister how much will be spent on Christmas trees and decorations for his official residences at(a) Chequers and (b) Downing street; how many Christmas trees will be bought for these two residences; and what are the types and county of origin of the trees. [7566]
§ The Prime Minister[holding answer 6 December 1996]: The British Christmas Tree Growers Association has donated one Christmas tree, and three others have been donated by the Chequers estate. Approximately —460 has been spent on decorations for Downing street. Similar information for Chequers is a matter for the trustee's.
§ Mr. DonohoeTo ask the Prime Minister how much his office plans to spend on celebrating Christmas and the new year. [7588]
§ The Prime Minister[holding answer 6 December 1996]: As far as I am aware, none.