§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Defence to what extent his Department makes use of Giro facilities; what is the estimated annual value of such Giro transactions; and what regular consideration is given to extending the use of Giro.
§ Dr. GilbertThe Ministry of Defence uses Giro facilities primarily for the disbursement of pay and allowances but also for the collection of rents.
Over the last 12 months a total of 2.7 million payments with a total value of £92 million were made. Receipts totalled £4.1 million.
385WWhenever opportunities arise for changes in methods of money transfers Giro facilities are used where appropriate. Additionally from time to time employees are reminded of the services which Giro has to offer.