§ Mr. Merlyn Reesasked the Minister for the Civil Service if he will list those companies or similar organisations in which the Government has no direct financial interest but appoints directors; and if he will list also the number of such directors against each relevant company or organisation.
§ Mr. David HowellSo far as can be ascertained, directors are appointed to the following companies or similar organisations in which the Government has no direct financial interest:
- Transport Holding Company: Chairman and 4 Directors (all part-time).
- Agriculture Mortgage Corporation: 3 Directors.
- Scottish Agricultural Securities Corporation: 1 Director.
- Industrial Advisers to the Blind Limited: Chairman and 7 Directors.
- Industrial Training Service: Chairman and 13 Directors.
- National Institute for Housecraft (Employment and Training) Limited: Chairman and 8 Directors.
- Remploy Limited: Chairman and 15 Directors.
NOTE.—The Government hold no shares in these companies but loans or grants are made in certain cases.