§ 92. Sir D. Rentonasked the Minister of Power how much was spent by the nationalised coal and gas industries on advertising during the latest period of 12 months for which figures are available; and how this compares with the previous 12 months.
§ Mr. FreesonThe reports of the National Coal Board and the Gas Council show expenditure on publicity in the financial year 1967–68 of £2.81 million and £3.41 million respectively. The corresponding figures for the preceding year were £2.27 million and £2.96 million.