HC Deb 30 January 1952 vol 495 cc184-5
42. Mr. Christopher Holland-Martin

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he has found it possible to offer any permanent commissions to Extended Service officers who are being retained for 18 months beyond the end of their engagements; and what number are to be offered.

Mr. J. P. L. Thomas

Yes, Sir. Permanent commissions are to be offered to 50 of the extended service officers in the Executive Branch, and a number are to be offered in the Supply and Secretariat Branch.