§ Sir Raymond PowellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions how many organisations have been approached to submit nominations to the regional development agencies; if he will list them; and how the nominations will be dealt with. [37533]
§ Mr. CabornNominations for Regional Development Agency boards have been sought from over 1500 organisations. All applications received will now be considered in accordance with the guidance issued by the Commissioner for Public Appointments. I will write to my hon. Friend shortly with a full list of these organisations.