§ Mrs. RoeTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy how many persons above the age of(a) 60, (b) 65 and (c) 70 years he has appointed to public bodies in each of the last 10 years.
§ Mr. WakehamThe figures1 2 are as follows:
Over 60 Over 65 Over 70 1980 2 — — 1981 — — — 1982 3 — — 1983 2 — 1 1984 — — — 1985 3 — — 1986 3 — — 1987 1 — — 1988 — — — 1989 5 — — 1 In the case of the electricity supply industry data on appointments made prior to 1985 would be available only at disproportionate costs. 2 The basis of the calculation is to take account of age at initial appointment only. The figures cover only those industries for which the Department has retained responsibility throughout the period.