HC Deb 17 February 1986 vol 92 c71W
Mr. Pavitt

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what is the total income received from licences for low-powered induction loops for the last year for which figures are available.

Mr. Butcher

Low powered induction loops are used for a number of different purposes and are licensed on a five-yearly basis. There are currently approximately 9,955 licences on issue covering all types: 438 new licences were issued in 1985 at £12.50 each producing a total income of £5,475. Figures for renewals are not readily available.