§ 110. Mr. Deedesasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many Government Departments supplement the resources of Treasury organisation and methods by employing outside consultants on organisation and methods; and what is his policy on such consultations.
§ Mr. DiamondTwelve Departments have done so since March, 1965. The use of consultants is approved when the cost appears justified in return for the skill or experience which they will bring to a particular assignment. Most organisation and methods work is undertaken by the departmental services and by the Treasury.