§ 2. Mr. Dalyellasked the Minister without Portfolio what services he provides for foreign scientists visiting Great Britain.
§ Mr. DeedesServices for scientists visiting this country are provided through the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, the British Council and the Central Office of Information. They include the arrangement of consultations, tours and courses of study, and the provision of advice and assistance in many ways.
§ Mr. DalyellIf such services are perhaps better provided by other Ministries, is not the right hon. Gentleman's own Ministry rather superfluous?
§ Mr. DeedesIt depends really on the type of tour which is considered. It may be that the British Council can be of service for a certain kind of visit, or the Foreign Office or the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research. My own functions are not called upon save in the sense of co-ordinating information which may be required.