§ 78. Mr. John MacLeodasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what was the cost of running the Crofters Commission when it was inaugurated; and what is the cost today.
§ Mr. MaclayThe cost was £39,375 in the fiscal year 1956–57 and is estimated at £71,000 in the current year. This is exclusive of the cost of part-time services given by the Department of Agriculture's outdoor officers, and the cost of office accommodation, printing and stationery which is borne on the Votes of other Departments.
§ 79. Mr. John MacLeodasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many persons were employed on the administrative staff of the Crofters Commission 104W when it was first inaugurated; and how many are employed today.
§ Mr. MaclayThe office staff numbered 23 in October, 1955, and numbers 67 today.