HC Deb 15 December 1964 vol 704 c64W
95. Mr. Gibson-Watt

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what are the numbers of the establishment of the Welsh Office in Cardiff and in London; and what were the respective numbers in December, 1963.

Mr. Goronwy Roberts

On 1st December, 1964, there were 16 in post in London and 223 in Cardiff. On 1st December, 1963, there were 217 in Cardiff, there was of course, no Welsh Office in London at that time.

Mr. Gibson-Watt

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what part the Research and Development Section of the Welsh Office is to play in his future plans.

Mr. Goronwy Roberts

The Survey and Development Division, in cooperation with officials of other Departments, will play a major role in the new economic planning machinery.