§ 65. Sir W. Smithersasked the Minister of Agriculture to state in convenient categories by how many men and women, respectively, the staff of his Department has increased during the calendar year 1952; by how many since 1st January, 1953; in what duties they are employed; and what is the annual cost to the taxpayer.
§ Mr. NugentDuring 1952 the staff of my right hon. Friend's Department decreased by 901. Complete information as to staff changes since 1st January is not available without special inquiry; but he sees no reason to expect an increase.