HC Deb 07 April 1971 vol 815 c140W
Mr. Merlyn Rees

asked 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 Howell

So 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.