HC Deb 25 October 1976 vol 918 c14W
Mr. Michael Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what was the total Government expenditure, including staff costs, in support of the marketing operation of exporters during the years 1973–74, 1974–75 and 1975–76; and what is anticipated for 1976–77.

Mr. Clinton Davis

Total Government expenditure, including staff costs, in support of the marketing operations of exporters was assessed at £32.9 million, net, in 1973–74, £38.8 million in 1974–75 and £48.1 million in 1975–76; the estimate for 1976–77 is £57.8 million.