§ Mr. WinnickTo ask the Prime Minister if he will make it his policy to recommend that titles be removed in cases where local councillors have been surcharged. [22569]
§ The Prime Minister[holding answer 12 January 1998]: Holders of honours and awards who are subsequently found to have conducted themselves in a way that would be perceived to bring the honours system into disrepute may be considered for forfeiture of their award. Each case is treated on its merits once all the relevant legal proceedings have been completed. The necessary action differs according to the honour or award. I do not propose to adopt a different system.