§ Mr. Norman Lamontasked the Minister for the Civil Service when the Chief Economic Adviser to the Treasury is retiring; how far plans have progressed for appointing his successor; and when an announcement will be made.
§ Mr. Kenneth BakerThe appointment of the Chief Economic Adviser is a Civil Service appointment. It is not a fixed term nor is there a specified age limit. No decision has yet been taken as to when the present Chief Economic Adviser will retire.