HC Deb 20 November 1978 vol 958 cc514-6W
44. Mr. David Mitchell

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster how many questionnaires affecting small businesses have been eliminated since the Prime Minister initiated a review of all regular statistical surveys affecting small firms in July 1978.

Mr. Lever

I understand that the exercise initiated by my right hon. Friend is proceeding vigorously and Departments are conducting a thorough review of all their regular surveys to ensure that no possibility of reducing the burden they impose on small firms is overlooked. An announcement will be made when the review is completed