Wednesday, 7 March 2001
The House met at half-past Two o'clock
[MR. SPEAKER in the Chair]
The Secretary of State was asked—
When he last met the First Secretary to discuss environmental factors affecting the Dee estuary. [151048]
What discussions he has had with the First Secretary about employment levels in north Wales. [151049]
Mr. Lembit Öpik: What discussions he has had with the Secretary for Economic Development of the National Assembly for Wales to secure the future employment of the employees at the former...
What discussions he has had with the Minister for the Cabinet Office on the co-ordination of rural affairs across Government. [151051]
What discussion he has held with the Chancellor of the Exchequer regarding the release of additional resources to the National Assembly for Wales to deal with recent job losses. [151052]
What discussions he has had with the First Secretary regarding implementing new standards for intermediate care. [151054]
What discussions he has had with the Prime Minister with regard to the progress of the Government's target for reducing waiting lists in Wales. [151055]
The Prime Minister was asked—
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 7 March.
What plans he has to reform local government finance.
My right hon. Friend is aware of the vast number of applications from former mine workers and widows of miners for compensation under the emphysema and bronchitis regulations. We are concerned...
Before I call the Chancellor of the Exchequer, it may be for the convenience of hon. Members if I remind them that at the end of the Chancellor's speech, copies of the Budget resolutions will be...
Motion made, and Question, That, pursuant to section 5 of the Provisional Collection of Taxes Act 1968, provisional statutory effect shall be given to the following motions:— (a)...
Motion made, and Question proposed, (1) That it is expedient to amend the law with respect to the National Debt and the public revenue and to make further provision in connection with finance.(2)...
Order read for resuming adjourned debate on Question [28 February], That the Motions in the name of Mr. Secretary Straw relating to the Electoral Commission shall be treated as if they related to...
Motion made,
Order read for resuming adjourned debate on Question [31 January],That the Select Committee on Science and Technology shall have leave to meet concurrently with any committee of the Lords on...
Order read for resuming adjourned debate on Question [23 January],That, following the Order [20th November 2000], Mr. Nicholas Winterton, Mr. John Mc William, Mr. Barry Jones and Frank Cook be...
Motion made,That Standing Order No. 152 (Select committees related to government departments) be amended as follows:Line 40, before the word 'European' insert the words 'Environmental Audit...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—[Mr. Clelland.]
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