HC Deb 13 December 1979 vol 975 cc775-6W
Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he proposes to disband the economic planning councils and other fringe bodies; if he will list the fringe bodies concerned; and how much he estimates this will save; and what other reductions in functions and support services he is proposing to save manpower.

Mr. Heseltine

I shall answer this question shortly.