The purposes for which the Furniture Development Council was established are laid down in the Second Schedule of the Furniture Industry Development Council Order, S.I. 2774 of 1948. I agree that the Council has done much useful work and has contributed greatly to the working out of the B.S.I. performance standards. A considerable and increasing number of firms are using its services, although I understand that there is criticism in some quarters. The Council publishes an annual report of its activities and no occasion has arisen for my right hon. Friend to make a fresh statement.