§ Mr. Thorneasked the Lord President of the Council whether he has had any recent discussions with the Morning Star regarding Government advertising.
§ Mr. William PriceThere have been discussions and correspondence over many months with theMorning Star. As a result of these discussions, independently audited circulation figures of total sales have now been supplied from which some assessment can be formed of the value and efficacy of advertising in the Morning Star. However, it was not until 21st September 1976 that the Morning Star was able to supply separate figures for home sales and overseas sales. These figures are now being studied by the Central Office of Information, which will be able to take them into account when making plans for future Government advertising.