§ Mr. DonohoeTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how much his Department plans to spend on celebrating Christmas and the new year. [7578]
§ Sir John Wheeler[holding answer 6 December 1996]: The Northern Ireland Departments plan to spend £31,267 for the Christmas and new year festivities.
Within the Northern Ireland Office, there are a number of functions being hosted by my right hon. and learned Friend, ministerial colleagues and the office. The estimated costs are about £9,200. The cost of Christmas cards, including postage, is estimated at £2,250.