HC Deb 12 May 1904 vol 134 c1172
MR. WEIR (Ross and Cromarty)

I beg to ask the Secretary for Scotland if he will state whether there is an age limit for the appointment of candidates to the office of inspector of poor in the Highland crofting counties; and is there a medical examination as to physical fitness.

THE LORD ADVOCATE (Mr. SCOTT DICKSON,) Glasgow, Bridgton

The answer to both Queries is in the negative.

MR. WEIR

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that a number of men far advanced in years are pitch forked into these offices who are utterly unfit for the work?

MR. SCOTT DICKSON

I am not aware of that.