§ Mr. Tony Banksasked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster how much has been spent on official hospitality by his Department in each of the last two financial years.
§ Mr. ButcherDepartmental expenditure on hospitality in the United Kingdom over the last two years was £153,000 in 1985–86, and £224,000 in 1986–87. Hospitality costs incurred overseas cannot readily be separated from other travel expenses.