HC Deb 30 July 1997 vol 299 c343W
Mr. Redwood

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer in what circumstances the Minister for Trade and Competitiveness in Europe is able to handle matters relating to tax. [10426]

Mr. Gordon Brown

[holding answer 24 July 1997]: The Minister for Trade and Competitiveness in Europe has a project-based portfolio in the Treasury which may include some tax issues. However, arrangements are in place to ensure that the Minister is not involved in issues that could give rise to conflicts of interest.