HC Deb 05 November 1991 vol 198 cc95-6W
Mr. Dobson

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what was the total expenditure by his Department on press and public relations in 1979–80 and in each following year; and what is his estimate for 1991–92 and budget for 1992–93.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

The earliest year for which figures are available is 1982–83. Figures for period 1982–83 to 1990–91 are as follows:

£ million
1982–83 5.1
1983–84 6.3
1984–85 6.8
1985–86 6.7
1986–87 7.3
1987–88 7.0
1988–89 7.1

£ million
1989–90 8.0
1990–91 8.4

The estimated expenditure figure for 1991–92 is £9.0 million and for 1992–93 £9.5 million.

The figures provided include staff costs and expenditure on films, exhibitions, publications and equipment.

Mr. Dobson

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether his Department has sent unsolicited direct mail as part of the distribution of publicity material.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

No.