HC Deb 25 January 1972 vol 829 cc388-9W
Mr. John

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what staff is at present engaged in carrying out work on behalf of the Local Government Boundary Commission for England Designate; for how long they have been so employed; and what is the total annual salary of such staff.

Mr. Peter Walker

I would refer the hon. Member to my reply to a Question from the hon. Member for Widnes (Mr. Oakes) on 16th December.—[Vol. 828, c.198.]

Mr. John

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether expenses have been paid to the members of the Local Government Boundary Commission for England Designate in connection with any meetings of such body already held.

Mr. Peter Walker

Yes. Members of the Commission Designate are able to claim travelling and subsistence allowance on the basis of the normal rules for members of departmental committees.

Mr. John

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many letters have been despatched by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England Designate, and what is the cost of postage in respect of these letters.

Mr. Peter Walker

This information is not readily available. In accordance with normal practice, the cost of supplying stationery and official paid envelopes for the Commission Designate's use is borne by the Department of the Environment.

Mr. John

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many meetings of the Local Government Boundary Commission for England Designate have been held to date.

Mr. Peter Walker

I understand that the Commission Designate has held seven meetings since its appointment was announced on 25th November, 1971.