§ Mr. MullinTo ask the Minister of State, Lord Chancellor's Department what plans he has for abolishing the monopoly of notaries in London by the Worshipful Company of Scriveners; and if he will make a statement. [66977]
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§ Mr. HoonThe Department has obtained the views of interested parties on this issue. My noble and learned Friend the Lord Chancellor is currently considering whether the monopoly should be abolished. He hopes to be able to announce his conclusion shortly.