HC Deb 16 February 1978 vol 944 cc297-8W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Lord President of the Council whether he will publish in the Official Report the costs to the British taxpayer of board, security and other expenses paid to the British delegates to the EEC Assembly.

health benefits in the light of the recommendations in paragraph 49 of Report No. 8 by the Top Salaries Review Body.

Mr. Lomas

asked the Lord President of the Council what was the salary of a Member of Parliament in February 1965; what it would have to be at the latest available date to have the same purchasing power as 1965; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Foot

The Member's salary in February 1965 was £3,250. Increasing that salary in line with the movement in the General Index of Retail Prices between February 1965 and December 1977 produces a figure of £10,723.