§ Hugh RobertsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to her answer of 21 October 2002, (75916) if she will dismiss Mrs. Jacquie Findlay and Professor Ian Smith, independent members of the Agricultural Wages Board. [76815]
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§ Alun MichaelMrs. Jacquie Findlay has served as an independent member of the Agricultural Wages Board for England and Wales for 5 years. Professor Ian Smith has served in this capacity for a total of 8 years. We are currently reviewing Board appointments and both Jacquie Findlay and Ian Smith have indicated that they do not wish to be reappointed. The Independent member posts were advertised nationally earlier this year and over 140 applications were received. Details of the successful candidates will be announced shortly.