HC Deb 15 July 2003 vol 409 c164W
24. Linda Gilroy

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what steps have been taken towards improving transparency in the public appointments process. [125459]

Mr. Alexander

The Cabinet Office fully supports the Commissioner for Public Appointments Code of Practice, which provides Departments with a clear guide to the steps required to ensure an open and transparent appointments process.

26. Mr. Michael Jabez Foster

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what age restrictions there are on public appointments. [125461]

Mr. Alexander

Generally, there are no age restrictions for people applying to be considered for public appointments. Appointments made by the Lord Chancellor to tribunals do have some restrictions.