HC Deb 17 January 1972 vol 829 cc72-3W
Mr. Emery

asked the Minister for the Civil Service how many persons are at present on loan or secondment from industry or commerce to his Department; what is the total annual cost to the Exchequer for their services; and what extra sum is being paid to them by industry and commerce in order to meet their previous salary levels.

Mr. David Howell

Thirteen at 1st January, 1972, at a total annual estimated cost of £125,000 including travelling and other expenses. I am not at liberty to give details of outside contributions as this would involve disclosure of information given to the Department by outside employers on a confidential basis.