HC Deb 19 February 1998 vol 306 c845W
Mr. Malcolm Bruce

To ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department what is his estimate of the expenditure of his Department on newspapers and magazines(a) in 1995–96, (b) 1996–97, 1997–98 to date and (d) 1997–98 full year; and if he will list the newspapers and magazines purchased or subscribed to on a regular basis. [26671]

Mr. Hoon

The Lord Chancellor's Department purchases a range of publications. The estimated expenditure on newspapers and magazines by the Department, including the Court Service, is as follows:

  1. (a) 1995–96: £57,500
  2. (b) 1996–97: £59,500
  3. (c) 1997–98 to date: £58,800
  4. (d) 1997–98 full year: £60,200.