§ Mr. NormanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment. Transport and the Regions what discussions have taken place between members of Her Majesty's Government and the Irish Government in relation to the background, financial affairs and standing of Treasury Holdings and its directors. [150642]
§ Ms ArmstrongNone.
§ Mr. NormanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what reports the Government have commissioned from independent advisers on the background of Treasury Holdings. [150639]
§ Ms ArmstrongIn addition to the usual inquiries made within Government, advice was sought from and provided by the competition team. The competition team advised on bids and bidders throughout the process and continued to do so while negotiations were ongoing with Legacy plc.