§ Mr. BakerTo ask the Prime Minister what(a)press briefings and (b) other dissemination of information in respect of the threat of Iraqi use of anthrax originated 379W from his office; at what time and on what day this occurred; which newspapers were briefed; and if he will make a statement. [37019]
§ The Prime MinisterMy official spokesman gave some comments to The Sun newspaper during the afternoon on Monday 23 March after they had approached my office with their story. After publication ofThe Sun, all media who inquired were given comments by the duty press officer. In addition, my official spokesman replied to questions at the 11 am briefing for Lobby journalists on Tuesday 24 March.