§ Mr. TyrieTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what the(a) dates, (b) location and (c) sources were of attributable (i) articles, interviews or contributions for the media, books or other journals and (ii) speeches or presentations made in the public domain, by departmental special advisers since March 2001; who in her Department authorised the activity; and on what date this activity was recorded with the departmental Head of Information. [72255]
§ Ms HewittI refer the hon. Member to my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister's answer of 24 July,Official Report, column 1373W.
§ Mr. SheermanTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry which special advisers assist her in identifying priorities for encouraging and stimulating new businesses in rural areas. [71673]
§ Ms HewittMy special advisers offer advice to me on a wide range of policy issues, including small business matters where appropriate.
A description of the role and duties of special advisers is set down in the Code of Conduct for Special Advisers.