HC Deb 07 December 1977 vol 940 cc704-5W
Mr. Brotherton

asked the Lord President of the Council how many new cash registers were installed in the precincts of the Palace of Westminster during the Summer Adjournment; and what was their cost.

Mr. Foot

Eleven machines were installed during the Summer Adjournment. Selection of these machines was made following competitive tendering by several manufacturers. To reveal their cost would therefore breach the confidentiality of competitive tenders and is contrary to normal Government practice.