§ Mr. MorganTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage, pursuant to her answer of 3 December,Official Report, column 589, how the shortlist for the job of chairman of the BBC Broadcasting Council for Wales was drawn up; on what dates the interviews took place; on what dates the unsuccessful candidates were told the news; what assessment was made of the recommendations of the Nolan committee; and what use was made of the public appointments unit in processing this appointment. [7986]
§ Mr. SproatIn considering the appointment of the BBC national governor for Wales, who chairs the Broadcasting Council for Wales, we are applying the principles established by the Nolan committee as set out in guidance issued by the Office of the Commissioner for Public Appointments. Further information about the process can be made available once the appointment has been made by Her Majesty in Council.