§ Lord Hoyleasked Her Majesty's Government:
Further to the Written Answer by Lord Bassam of Brighton on 24 July (WA 22), what further steps are being taken to open up the selection of Lieutenant Governors from the field of service persons or diplomats. [HL4208]
§ Lord Bassam of BrightonThere are no plans to take further steps. The field is already open to service personnel or diplomats who meet the criteria for appointment.