After careful consideration, I agree that both Houses should have an opportunity to debate the regulations governing the composition of the council. I am persuaded that we should take the opportunity to ensure that the Government's proposals have the support of both Houses. I have therefore brought forward Amendment No. 79 which will require the regulations on the composition of the council to be subject to the approval of each House of Parliament on the first occasion they are made. That will ensure that we are able to have a full debate taking into account the results of our consultation before the final arrangements are put in place. I do not, however, see a need for regulations made thereafter to be subject to the affirmative resolution procedure.
Any subsequent revisions are likely to be of a minor or technical nature.
I would not wish valuable parliamentary time to be used to examine minor changes. I have, however, brought forward Amendment No. 80 which will require the Secretary of State to consult the council, once established, before making regulations under any of the powers in this chapter of the Bill. Let me take the opportunity to clarify a misunderstanding which arose in Committee. Column 801 elections, nominations from third parties, including major educational interests, and appointments by the Secretary of State. I turn now to Amendment No. 6.