HC Deb 31 October 2000 vol 355 cc356-7W
Dr. Julian Lewis

To ask the Prime Minister if he will make a statement about the impartiality requirements which apply to the 10 Downing Street website in arranging ministerial discussions about politically controversial subjects with children at school. [135002]

The Prime Minister

The team of civil servants in my office who support and operate the Downing street website work in full accordance with the rules on impartiality as set out in the civil service code.

Dr. Julian Lewis

To ask the Prime Minister what changes he has made over the past year to the frequency of his broadcasts on the Downing street website. [135004]

The Prime Minister

I continue to put out statements on the No. 10 website when there is a particular issue that needs to be addressed. There have been 16 broadcasts since February this year.