HC Deb 09 March 1999 vol 327 c148W
28. Mr. Gray

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what factors were taken into account in appointing board members to regional development agencies. [73440]

Mr. Caborn

Our primary concern in appointing the Board members for the RDAs was to choose people who would make an effective contribution and represent the interests of the region as a whole. Board members have a wide range of experience, including business, local government, rural affairs, education, trade unions and the voluntary sectors.