§ 94. Mr. H. Hyndasked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he has noticed the big increase in expenditure on publicity by the Gas Council and the British Electricity Authority, as revealed in their accounts for the year ended 31st March, 1954; and what statutory directions he has issued to the Boards concerned to exercise economy under this heading.
§ Mr. Joynson-HicksYes. Some increase was to be expected following the removal last year of restrictions on advertising, but my right hon. Friend has continued to keep in close consultation with both industries and he is satisfied that they should themselves continue to have full responsibility in this matter.