HC Deb 24 February 1997 vol 291 c124W
21. Mr. Gunnell

To ask the Deputy Prime Minister if he will make a statement on(a) the role and (b) the length of tenure of his political adviser. [15540]

The Deputy Prime Minister

My special adviser adds a political dimension to the advice available to me from civil servants. She also liaises with Conservative central office over any political engagements I undertake. She has been my special adviser for six years.