§ Mr. Tim Smithasked the Secretary of State for Trade what is the total amount of financial assistance given by the Government to the Inflation Accounting Steering Group.
§ Mr. Clinton DavisThe Government have agreed to contribute one-third of the Group's expenses up to a maximum of £50,000 per annum for the years 1976, 1977 and 1978. The total contributions made during 1976 and 1977 amounted to £28,116 and £39,797 respectively, giving a total for the two years of £67,913.