§ Mr. Gwilyn Robertsasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many full-and part-time appointments, respectively, are made by him which are not subject to regulation by the Civil Service Commission; what is the total sum paid annually as salary and expenses for such appointments; and if he will take steps to reduce the number of such posts.
§ Dr. GilbertA list of public bodies, to which the Ministry of Defence and the Armed Forces currently appoint persons other than public servants—together with any associated salaries—is in the final stages of preparation. I will write to my hon. Friend shortly.