§ Mrs. Ewingasked the President of the Board of Trade what Government aid has been allotted to the schemes in Glasgow and Bristol, respectively, to assist small businesses to employ consultants; how many employees are involved in carrying out the scheme; and where these employees work.
§ Mr. DellFunds have not been allocated to Glasgow and Bristol separately. Applications are considered on a first come first served basis, and I am glad to say that firms in both Glasgow and Bristol are showing considerable interest. The scheme is being administered from the Board of Trade's offices in Glasgow and Bristol where in each case one official is employed full time with clerical help. A small part of the time of three officials in London is devoted to matters concerning the administration of the scheme.