§ Mr. Matesasked the Secretary of State for Trade how many fork-lift trucks, high-lift trucks and digger loaders have been imported for the last convenient period; and under which tariff code.
§ Mr. MeacherFollowing is the available information for the period January to May 1978:
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 posts.
§ Mr. DellI have made 15 full-time appointments, all salaried and 254 part-time appointments, of which 41 are salaried, to the public bodies for which I am responsible. The annual salaries total £345,264. Comprehensive information on expenses is not readily available. The number of appointments is kept continually under review.