asked Her Majesty's Government:

What costs they have incurred to date as a result of the judicial review brought by Mr Stuart Wheeler over the Lisbon treaty. [HL4672]

As with all litigation, costs will depend on a number of factors including the length of the case. The Government always ensure that they are represented at the appropriate level and secure an hourly rate which represents value for money for the taxpayer.

The judgment of the Divisional Court handed down on 25 June comprehensively dismissed Mr Wheeler's claim as being without merit. Costs were awarded to the Government against Mr Wheeler by the court. Details of the costs incurred by the Government as a consequence of Mr Wheeler bringing this action are not currently available but will be reduced by the costs awarded against Mr Wheeler by the court.