§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many bodies and individuals have so far submitted evidence to Sir David Serpell's committee of inquiry into the operation of the Ordnance Survey; what is the closing date for submitting evidence; and when he expects to receive and publish the report.
§ Mr. Guy BarnettThe Ordnance Survey review committee under Sir David Serpell, which asked for evidence by 31st May, has received submissions from just over 60 bodies and individuals to date. As my right hon. Friend said on 17th January—[Vol. 942, c.141–2]—he has asked the Committee to complete its 161W report, which he proposes to publish, by early 1979.