§ Mr. Michael Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Industry how many civil servants are currently employed in the Government small firms service.
§ Mr. David MitchellA total of 60 covering the whole of the small firms centres throughout Great Britain, including Scotland and Wales inclusive of clerical staff and eight in full time direct support work in the Department's small firms division.
§ Mr. Michael Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the cost to the Exchequer of the Government small firms service.
§ Mr. David MitchellIt is estimated that the cost for 1980–81 will be of the order of £.1.8 million.