HC Deb 20 July 1978 vol 954 cc408-9W
Mr. Tebbit

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what was the total number of days spent by him in Argentina during the World Cup between 1st to 25th June; what was the total cost of this stay, including air fares, for him and his official party; how many official engagements he carried out during that time; and what was the nature of these engagements.

Mr. Millan

I visited Argentina from 9th to 13th June; the cost, including air fares and the expenses of one accompanying official, was about £3,400. In addition to attending Scotland's match against Holland and giving a reception for the Scottish team I made courtesy calls on Argentinian Ministers responsible for staging the World Cup competition; attended a British Legion reception to mark the birthday of Her Majesty The Queen; carried out engagements to meet members of the British community in Argentina; and had discussions with British Embassy staff.

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