§ Mr. Stratton Millsasked the Secretary of State for Economic Affairs if he will make a statement on the resignation of Mr. Robert Willis from the National Board for Prices and Incomes.
§ Mr. Frederick LeeNo. In response to a Written Question from the hon. Member for Oswestry (Mr. Biffen) on 23rd October my right hon. Friend had copies of Mr. Willis's letter of resignation from the Board and of my right hon. Friend's reply placed in the Library.
§ Mr. Iremongerasked the Secretary of State for Economic Affairs how many firms of private consultants are employed 159W by the National Board for Prices and Incomes to elicit confidential information from private firms.
§ Mr. Frederick LeeEighteen firms have been employed from time to time to make inquiries some of which have included confidential information.