HC Deb 27 February 2003 vol 400 c688W
Mr. Don Foster

To ask the Prime Minister (1) what rules govern speeches made to external organisations by his Director of Communications; and if he will make a statement; [100018]

(2) if he will place in the Library a copy of the speech made to the Freight Transport Association by his Director of Communications on 18 February. [100019]

The Prime Minister

Speeches made by special advisers in an official capacity are governed by the requirements of the Model Contract for Special Advisers. In line with the terms of his contract, my Director of Communications occasionally carries out speaking engagements. His speech to the Freight Transport Association was one of a number he is doing in a personal capacity to raise funds for charity. He spoke about his experience in the media and in politics, and then did a Q&A session. There is no record of his remarks.

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