§ William Hamilton65. Mr. asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what has been the reduction in the staff of the Inland Revenue in the last 12 months; and what reductions are contemplated for the next year.
§ Mr. Peter ReesThe total number of staff in post in the Inland Revenue fell from 84,530 at 1 June 1979 to 77,468 at 1 June 1980, a reduction of 7,062. Taking account of the further reductions which are in prospect, the number of staff at 1 June 1981 is expected to be below 76,500.