§ Mr. DobsonTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the total sum paid out in fees by Her Majesty's Treasury to management consultants in 1979–80 and in each following year; and what is his estimate for 1990–91 and budget for 1991–92.
§ Mrs. Gillian ShephardFor 1979–80 and each ensuing year up to 1988–89, I would refer the hon. Member to the reply given on 14 March 1990 at column277, by my hon. Friend the then Economic Secretary. The fees paid in 1989–90 were £2,778,613, in 1990–91 fees paid amounted to £2,715,831, and the budget for 1991–92 is £3,587,516.