To ask the Prime Minister when he last discussed issues related to the World Trade Organisation with President Clinton. [78985]

[holding answer 30 March 1999]: I am in regular contact with President Clinton on a range of matters. It is established practice under Section 1(c) of the Code of Practice on Access to Government Information not to disclose or discuss information received in confidence from foreign Governments.

To ask the Prime Minister what role he plays in co-ordinating Government policy on issues relating to the World Trade Organisation. [78987]

[holding answer 30 March 1999]: All Government Ministers are collectively responsible for Government policy. Decisions are taken in a variety of ways depending on the subject. My role in World Trade Organisation issues is no exception to this general principle.