HC Deb 24 March 1965 vol 709 cc80-1W
10. Mr. Carmichael

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster how many times in the last four months he has visited Duchy properties on official business; and for what purposes.

Mr. Houghton

Apart from the Duchy Office, I have not yet visited any Duchy properties, but I am hoping to do so shortly.

15. Mr. Norwood

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will state to what purposes the rents, totalling £247,484, which accrued to the Duchy in 1964, as shown in the Annual Statement of Accounts, were put.

Mr. Houghton

After paying expenses of management and maintenance of the Duchy estates the balance of rents accrued is paid to the Keeper of Her Majesty's Privy Purse.

16. Mr. Norwood

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will give details of the £37,793 shown as expenses of management in the latest Annual Report of Accounts of the Duchy; and how many persons are involved.

Mr. Houghton

This is the cost of salaries, National Insurance and other contributions in respect of the 28 administrative staff of the Duchy.

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