HC Deb 28 May 1908 vol 189 cc1273-4
MR. CLAUDE HAY

I beg to ask the Secretary to the Treasury whether he will now announce the particulars of the new proposals of the Treasury, which have been under consideration for more than a year, respecting the employment of boy clerks in the Civil Service.

THE FINANCIAL SECRETARY TO THE TREASURY (Mr. HOBHOUSE,) Bristol, E.

I have nothing to add to the reply given to the hon. Member on the 5th instant.

MR. CLAUDE HAY

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that this subject has now been under the consideration of the Treasury for nearly two years?

MR. HOBHOUSE

Yes, Sir.

MR. CLAUDE HAY

Can he give some indication when a decision will be arrived at?

MR. HOBHOUSE

No, Sir.