HC Deb 22 June 1992 vol 210 cc81-2W
Mr. McAllion

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how much was spent on events and publicity surrounding the launch of Agricultural Development Advisory Service and the Central Science Laboratory as agencies; and whether the cost was borne by the parent Department or the new agency.

Mr. Curry

As the launch of ADAS and the Central Science Laboratory coincided with the run-up to the general election, events and publicity surrounding the launch were scaled-down and involved minimal costs. Both agencies are highlighting their change in status in the course of their normal working and promotional programmes.