§ Mr. Sainsburyasked the Minister for the Civil Service how many copies of the document, "United Kingdom in Figures," 1975 edition, have been printed; at what cost both in preparation and publication; and how and to whom it has been distributed.
§ Mr. Charles R. Morris350,000 copies of the 1975 edition of "United Kingdom in Figures" were produced by the Central Office of Information on behalf of the Central Statistical Office at a total cost of £7,100.
"United Kingdom in Figures" is distributed to many sectors of the community with a potential interest or involvement in Government statistics including business firms, trade unions, chambers of commerce, professional organisations, libraries, education establishments, etcetera. Initial distribution of the card is carried out by using Government mailing lists, including a CSO list of people who have specifically asked to receive this publication, and to major respondents to Government statistical surveys, as well as by making it available to appropriate inquirers through Government offices. Other copies are made available to suitable inquirers who respond to free publicity in the Press and in Government publications.