asked the Minister for Justice if he will outline his policy in relation to the publication of all reports commissioned by his Department or other agencies funded in whole or in part by his Department; if he will introduce changes to the present arrangements to ensure that all such reports are published in future; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

: The question of publication of reports is decided on its merits bearing in mind the report's purpose, confidentiality and the level of public interest involved. I do not propose to change this policy.