HC Deb 03 August 1925 vol 187 cc963-4W
Sir J. LEIGH

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what is the total annual cost, including overhead charges, of the Passport Office; and what is the annual revenue derived from fees paid?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

The total cost or the Passport Office establishment in the last completed year, 1924–25, was £73,700. The total amount received in respect of passport fees was £106,756.