HC Deb 04 December 1997 vol 302 c345W
Miss McIntosh

To ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will make a statement on the changes he has introduced to his Department's press office. [18728]

Mr. Boateng

Good, effective, modern and reliable communication, including the provision of a good, effective, modern and reliable press office, is an essential duty of Government. The Department's Press Office is always looking for ways to improve its services to Ministers. Ministers are always looking for ways to improve communication and the provision of information to the general public and with hon. and noble Member of both Houses. Since 1 May, Ministers and the press office have been constructively working together to deliver the best possible service to both. They will continue to do so.

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