COMMONS
Inquiry status: Two oral evidence sessions held. Awaiting publication of corrected transcripts.
Following publication of the Department's Annual Report and Accounts 2011-12, the Committee held two evidence sessions with the Secretary of State to examine the Report and Accounts and the work of the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills.
Secretary of State and Permanent Secretary to give evidence
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