HC Deb 22 January 1997 vol 288 c655W
Mr. Hanson

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales when and by what means the appointments panel positions announced on 14 January were advertised. [11707]

Mr. Hague

They were not advertised.

Mr. Hanson

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many members of the public appointments panel announced on 14 January are members of a political party. [11705]

Mr. Hague

I am not aware that any are members of a political party, and they were not asked for this information.

Mr. Hanson

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what were the criteria for inclusion in the list of advisers for Ministers on public appointments, announced on 14 January. [11706]

Mr. Hague

The criteria for inclusion on the list were wide experience of organisations and management at a senior level; an understanding of the context in which public bodies operate; and some distinction in their own careers or profession. Some direct experience of service in a public appointment was an advantage. The individuals on the list come from a variety of backgrounds and offer a wide range of different experiences and skills.