§ Mr. Freudasked the Paymaster General what is his policy with regard to requiring officers of local authorities entering into agreements with the Manpower Services Commission to sign a declaration under the Official Secrets Acts; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. TrippierThe Manpower Services Commission rarely requires officers of local authorities to sign such a declaration. The Official Secrets Act is a consideration only when local authorities, or other contractors, need access to Manpower Services Commission information to fulfill an agreement. Such access is normally restricted to research and development or premises work, very little involves local authorities.