Helen Grant
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(13 years, 10 months ago)
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Vince Cable
I have not had any specific discussions of the kind that the hon. Lady suggests, but it would probably be appropriate for the Chancellor to do so. Clearly, there is an important Irish dimension because of the way in which British banks are heavily exposed to Irish banks.
Mrs Helen Grant (Maidstone and The Weald) (Con)
T3. What plans does the Secretary of State have to promote gender balance in business, and what is his view on imposed quotas?
Vince Cable
The Government are not in favour of imposed quotas, but the detailed proposals will shortly come forward. As the hon. Lady knows, a report is close to fruition and will be announced in a few days. It will advance the issue of greater women representation on boards, which has been shamefully low for many years.