§ 51. Mr. Boyd-Carpenterasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the duties now performed by Sir Edwin Plowden: and whether it is intended to continue his appointment.
§ Sir S. CrippsIn reply to the first part of the Question, I would refer the hon. Member to the statements made to this House by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister on 27th March, 1947, and 2nd February, 1948, about the duties of the Chief Planning Officer. As regards the second part, the answer is in the affirmative.
§ Mr. Boyd-CarpenterWould not some economy be achieved by putting this appointment on a basis of payment by results?
§ Sir S. CrippsNo, Sir.