§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how much was paid to the actor Tom O'Connor in respect of television appearances on behalf of his Department reminding persons of their rights to child benefits; and why his 198W Department Previously refused to reveal the sum.
§ Mr. OrmeTotal production cost for the television commercial on child benefit was £7,300, which includes the fee paid to Mr. O'Connor.
Fees paid to performers appearing in Government-produced television commercials are negotiated in confidence between the Central Office of Information and the artist or his agent. It is not normal commercial practice to disclose such fees.