HC Deb 25 November 1996 vol 286 c50W
33. Mr. Simon Hughes

To ask the Lord President of the Council what further reforms he proposes to the consideration of legislation during the remainder of this Parliament. [4041]

Mr. Newton

The Government propose to take forward the practice of publishing bills in draft for consultation, with a view to introducing them at a suitable opportunity. Draft Bills on voluntary identity cards and on long-term care in old age were announced in the Gracious Speech.