§ Mr. McAllionTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what the 1991–92 annual budget for Her Majesty's Stationery Office is; and what percentage of that is allocated to staff costs.
§ Mr. Maples[holding answer 14 May 1991]: This question falls within the scope of the policy announced in 179W Cm. 1263: arrangements have therefore been made for the controller and chief executive of HMSO to respond direct. Copies of the letter will be placed in the House Library and with the Public Information Office.
§ Mr. McAllionTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether Her Majesty's Stationery Office is being examined as a candidate for privatisation.
§ Mr. Maples[holding answer 14 May 1991]: The future of Her Majesty's Stationery Office is reviewed from time to time. There are, however, no current plans to privatise it.