§ Lord Hoyleasked Her Majesty's Government:
Further to the Written Answer by the Lord McIntosh of Haringey on 16th October (WA 68), what is the policy of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in relation to the disposal of Government cars after use. [HL4311]
§ Baroness Scotland of AsthalThe FCO aims to maximise income from the disposal of surplus official vehicles. In the UK, vehicles are sold at public auction. At posts overseas, disposal is arranged through public auction or competitive tender.
The Cabinet Office will reply separately regarding the disposal of vehicles supplied by the Government Car and Despatch Agency.