HC Deb 17 November 1998 vol 319 cc570-1W
Mr. Bercow

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what proportion of speakers at People's Europe '98(a) endorsed and (b) opposed closer European integration; and what measures he will take to ensure balance in future conferences. [60000]

Ms Quin

Decisions on speakers for the People's Europe '98 conference were the responsibility of the organisers. At the Government's suggestion the organisers sought to ensure that a wide range of speakers from across Europe were invited, representing diverse points of view.