§ Mr. Andrew TurnerTo ask the Prime Minister pursuant to his answer of 22 January 2003 to the right hon. Member for Chingford and Woodford Green (Mr. Duncan Smith),Official Report, column 294, what the correct consultation procedures are for the establishment of an asylum induction centre; and where they are published. [94508]
§ The Prime MinisterProcurement exercises undertaken by NASS are carried out in accordance with standard procurement procedures, which should include consultation with local authorities. However, we are undertaking a full, independent review of NASS operations and business procedures, including procurement processes, in order to ensure that full consultation with local communities takes place consistent with the need to preserve commercial confidences.