HC Deb 06 February 1980 vol 978 c225W
30. Mr. Bill Walker

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is satisfied with the measures currently being carried out to reduce manning levels in his Department.

Mr. Younger

I am satisfied that the reductions I have sought are being made. The staff in post in Scottish Office departments has fallen by 326 since 1 May 1979 and further measures are planned over the next three years to reduce functions and manning levels.