HC Deb 11 June 1976 vol 912 cc813-4W
Mr. McNamara

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what are the names of the consultant firms and the names of the advisers employed by the National Economic Development Council; in what capacity they have been appointed, or for what study; and what is the amount of sums they receive.

Mr. Joel Barnett

, pursuant to his reply [Official Report, 9th June 1976; Vol. 912, c. 691], gave the following information:

I have nothing to add to the reply given on 24th May 1976. It is not the practice to give details of consultants employed or of their remuneration.

Mr. McNamara

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer which department of the National Economic Development Council is responsible for the appointment of advisers and consultants; whose advice is acted upon; and to whom they are responsible.

Mr. Joel Barnett

, pursuant to his reply [Official Report, 9th June 1976; Vol. 912, c. 691–2], gave the following information:

The National Economic Development Office is responsible for the appointment of advisers and consultants, and for their performance. It acts on behalf of the National Economic Development Council or the Economic Development Committees.