§ Mr. WinnickTo ask the Prime Minister if hon. Members may appear before the Intelligence and Security Committee. [38967]
§ The Prime MinisterYes. It is for the committee to decide whom it invites to give evidence.
§ Mr. WinnickTo ask the Prime Minister what is the total amount spent so far arising from the Intelligence and Security Committee being established. [38841]
§ The Prime Minister[holding answer 22 July 1996]: Direct administrative and staff costs—excluding accommodation—were £207,054 from December 1994 to the end of June 1996.
§ Mr. WinnickTo ask the Prime Minister how many officials work for the Intelligence and Security Committee; and what are their grades. [38842]
§ The Prime Minister[holding answer 22 July 1996]: Four. One grade 7, one senior executive officer, one higher executive officer (development) and a personal secretary.