§ Mr. Onslowasked the Secretary of State for Wales what increase or decrease in staff there has been in the Department under his control since 16th October, 1964; and what increase or decrease he anticipates in the period up to 15th October, 1965.
§ Mr. James GriffithsThe staff of the new Welsh Office has been drawn from a number of Departments and a figure for 16th October, 1964, cannot be given. There will be 366 in post on 1st April and this number is expected to increase by 53 by 15th October, 1965.