HC Deb 20 March 1957 vol 567 c52W
Mr. Russell

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many information officers are on the strength of his Department and subordinate departments; and how many of them have had experience as journalists on national newspapers or news agencies.

Mr. Powell

In the Treasury and subordinate departments there are eleven officers whose duties include contact with the Press. Of these, three have had experience in journalistic work for national and four for other newspapers.