There is a statutory limit on the number of ministers who can sit in the House of Commons, whether paid or unpaid, and a statutory limit on the number of ministers who can receive a ministerial salary. As a result, this Government, like its predecessor, has appointed a number of unpaid ministers, especially in the Lords. …
In replying to a Question on Tuesday about the Maldives, Foreign Office Minister, Lord Howell of Guildford, made the passing observation that “The Maldives has of course been very strong in its support for sensible and balanced concerns over climate change, including having a Cabinet meeting underwater”, adding: ” though I understand there are no plans…
