asked the Minister of Transport upon what date the appointment of Lord Inman as chairman of the Hotels Executive became effective for salary; why no other appointments have yet been made to this executive; and what functions it has performed to date.

Lord Inman has been engaged in preliminary work relating to the Hotels Executive since early February. He has asked that no salary should be paid to him before the Executive is set up. The appointment of the remaining members of the Executive is now being considered and I hope to announce names shortly.

Has this gentleman any office or any staff yet? Is he doing anything?

The facilities necessary for preliminary work are there.

Where?