§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will give, at the latest and most convenient stated date, the numbers of peers of the realm who hold any appointment sponsored by his Department; what situation or appointment each one holds; how many hours per week are given to the work connected with it; what are the salaries or expenses paid; and how the latter figures compare with May 1979.
§ Mr. Peter ReesThe following peers of the realm are remunerated from the Treasury Vote at an annual rate as follows:
- The Earl of Avon—Lord in Waiting—£16,275
- Lord Cullen of Ashbourne—Lord in Waiting—£16,275
- Viscount Long—Lord in Waiting—£16,275
- Lord Lyell—Lord in Waiting—£16,275
- Lord Skelmersdale—Lord in Waiting—£16,275
- Lord Cockfield—Minister of State—£23,275
- Lord Denham—Chief Whip and Captain of the Gentlemen at Arms—£23,275
- Lord Sandys—Deputy Chief Whip and Captain of the Yeoman of the Guard—£18,600
At 1 May 1979 Lords in Waiting received an annual salary of £5,522, the Chief Whip £7,722 and the Deputy Chief Whip £6,072.
The further information requested could be provided only at disproportionate expense.