§ Mr. Onslowasked the Minister of Social Security what increase or decrease there has been in the staff of the Department under her control since 16th October 1964; and what increase or decrease she anticipates in the period up to 15th October 1967.
§ Miss HerbisonIncluding the former staff of the National Assistance Board, there has been an increase of 4,211 since October 1964. Some further increase— difficult to assess with any accuracy at present—is likely to be needed by October 1967.