§ Mr. Michael Lathamasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many commissions have so far been won by the British Urban Development Services Unit of his Department; and what sums have been allowed to it for winning commissions, including all relevant expenditure thereon, during the current financial year.
§ Mr. Guy BarnettNone; but a number of projects are under negotiation. No sums have been specifically allocated for the securing of contracts since all expenditure incurred by the unit is directed to this end.
§ Mr. Michael Lathamasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the current staffing establishment of the British Urban Development Services Unit of his Department; and what is the estimated budget for administration costs, including salaries and overheads of this unit during the current financial year.
§ Mr. Guy BarnettSeven, excluding clerical and typing staff. It is the practice to augment the complement by short-term88W secondment of officers form the new town development corporation to help in preparing proposals for specific projects. Expenditure on the unit for 1976–77 is estimated at about £175,000.