HC Deb 14 March 1980 vol 980 c738W
Mr. Austin Mitchell

asked the Lord Privy Seal what is the increase in the number of staff in each grade since 1948 in the offices under his control, excluding those concerned with the occupation of enemy territory; and how many, in each case, are concerned wholly or mainly with the promotion of exports.

Mr. Hurd

The information is not readily available and could not be provided without disproportionate cost. But the general trend during the period has been towards increased emphasis on the promotion of exports.