§ Mr. BercowTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received since 8 October from(a) actual and (b) potential public-private partnership partners concerning the structure of partnership contracts.[8446]
§ Mr. Andrew SmithTreasury Ministers receive a wide range of representations from a variety of groups and individuals on a daily basis.
§ Matthew TaylorTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what guidelines his Department sets down on how Departments should(a) assess, (b) quantify and (c) define political risk in public-private partnerships; and if he will make a statement. [8605]
§ Mr. Andrew SmithIn assessing programmes, policies and projects, it is important that Departments take proper account of all risks likely to affect achievement of their requirements. General Treasury guidance on risk assessment in the context of investment appraisal for all types of projects, including those taken forward by way of public-private partnerships, is set out in "Appraisal and Evaluation in Central Government" published by the Stationery Office. In addition, the Treasury has published general guidance on the strategic management of risk, including political risk, in "Management of Risk: a Strategic Overview". Copies of both publications are available in the Library of the House.