HC Deb 14 October 1975 vol 897 cc699-700W
Mr. Normanton

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what proposals he has for fixing or regulating the fees charged by the Patent Office in the light of current policy on incomes and prices.

Mr. Deakins

The present policy for Patent Office fees is that over a period receipts should meet the cost of providing the services. This is consistent with the policy on incomes and prices.