asked the Prime Minister on what dates, respectively, he received from Lord Boyle recommendations relating to salaries of higher-paid judges, civil servants, &c.; and what period of delay occurred before his announcement of the Government's decision.

I have been asked to reply.There was no delay. The Top Salaries Review Body submitted its Report on 18th October 1974 and my right hon. Friend announced the Government's decision nine weeks later on 20th December 1974.