§ 48. Mr. G. M. Thomsonasked the Prime Minister what changes he contemplates in the status and functions of his public relations officer when the post is filled.
§ The Prime MinisterNone, Sir; but my public relations adviser will also act as the chief official advising the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster on information matters.
§ Mr. ThomsonCan the Prime Minister say if his new public relations adviser will continue to have regular and direct access to himself, as was previously arranged, and not be compelled to operate through the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster in obtaining the Prime Minister's personal views?
§ The Prime MinisterOf course he will have access to me.