To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport how much the Gambling Commission paid in staff travel costs in respect of commuting between London and Birmingham in the last 12 months for which figures are available. (305122)

In the 12 months up to 30 November 2009, the Gambling Commission paid £17,897.52 in staff travel costs in respect of commuting. This figure is in respect of staff on detached duty for commuting between London and Birmingham.