§ Mr. Onslowasked the Minister of Aviation what increase or decrease there has been in the staff of the Department under his control since 16th October, 1964; and what increase or decrease he anticipates in the period up to 15th October, 1967.
§ Mr. MulleyBetween 1st October, 1964, and 1st October, 1966, figures for the precise dates mentioned by the hon. Member are not available, the staff of the Ministry of Aviation declined by 8,702, of whom 8,613 officers have been transferred to the Board of Trade. It is estimated that a further 250 staff will also be transferred to the Board of Trade. I do not anticipate any considerable change in staff numbers in the period up to October, 1967, for the remaining functions carried out by my Department.