HC Deb 26 February 1999 vol 326 c474W
Mr. Dalyell

To ask the Prime Minister if he will make a statement on the continuing responsibilities of the Lord Chancellor in relation to devolution. [70848]

The Prime Minister

[holding answer 23 February 1999]The Lord Chancellor chairs the Cabinet Committee on devolution policy. Its terms of reference areTo consider policy and other issues arising from the Government's policies for devolution to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and the regions of England and to promote and oversee progress of the relevant legislation through Parliament and its subsequent implementation.