HC Deb 22 June 1998 vol 314 c380W
37. Mr. Sheerman

To ask the President of the Council if she will make a statement on the adequacy of Members' allowances in respect of office technology. [45259]

Mrs. Ann Taylor

In its 1996 Report, the Senior Salaries Review Body concluded that the element of the Office Costs Allowance intended for the provision of office equipment was set at an appropriate level. The Report also welcomed the trend towards greater central provision of office equipment. The SSRB is working with the House authorities to consider what further equipment might be provided centrally for MPs' Westminster offices.