§ Mr. Bulmerasked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will make a statement about the future of the Wages Inspectorate.
§ Mr. PriorIn accordance with the Government's policy of curtailing Civil Service manpower, I have reviewed the staffing and work-programme of the Wages Inspectorate. By reverting to the level of inspection which operated effectively for many years prior to 1978, I am satisfied that a saving of 100 posts can be made. I intend to adjust the staffing levels accordingly.