§ Norman LambTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry when she received the Treasury documents relating to the five economic tests and the 18 background studies; what discussions she has held with ministerial colleagues on the tests since receipt of the documents; when she expects to complete her analysis of the documents; and what representations(a) she and (b) departmental officials will make to other Departments before a decision is reached on the economic tests. [115381]
§ Ms HewittThe Treasury's 18 supporting studies on EMU were sent to Cabinet Ministers on 16 May. My right hon. Friends the Prime Minister and the Chancellor are holding meetings with Cabinet Members. There will be an initial discussion at Cabinet on 22 May followed by a special Cabinet meeting on 5 June. My right hon. Friend the Chancellor will make a statement to the House of Commons on 9 June.