§ Mr. Rhodes Jamesasked the Lord Privy Seal what was the cost to public funds, in the financial year 1982–83, of travelling abroad and associated expenses of hon. Members and officials serving on Select Committees of this House; how this cost compares with that of financial year 1981–82; if he will give detailed costs relating to each Select Committee; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. BiffenThe cost to public funds in the financial year 1982–83 of Members and officials travelling overseas with Select Committees was £212,401; the cost in the financial year 1981–82 was £167,725. The detailed costs relating to each Select Committee are given in the Select Committee returns for 1982–83 (HC. No. 50) and 1931–82 (HC. No. 183).