To ask the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government what recent discussions she has held with the regional assemblies on their future role and responsibilities; and if she will make a statement. (150563)

I refer the hon. Member to the oral statement I made to the House on 17 July 2007, announcing the publication of the Review of Sub-national Regeneration and Economic Development. The Review sets out the Government's proposals for the future of regional institutions, including regional assemblies.