Next Steps Agencies 82. Mr. Summerson To ask the Minister for the Civil Service what progress has been made in developing the next steps agencies; and what was discussed. 85. Mr. Watts To ask the Minister for the Civil Service what progress has been made in the setting up of Civil Service agencies since his last statement to the House. Mr. Luce Excellent progress is being made. Only last week, my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry launched the insolvency service as an executive agency, bringing the total number of agencies to 12, with many more to follow. I hope to make a further statement shortly.