§ Mr. W. THORNEasked the Secretary to the Treasury whether the lady clerks working at the Postal Order Issue Department, Somerset House, have to pass an examination before appointment; and if he can state how these lady clerks are selected for appointment?
§ The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Hobhouse)These appointments are filled by candidates nominated by the Commissioners of Inland Revenue to compete at an examination held by the Civil Service Commissioners.
§ Mr. W. THORNEHas the right hon. Gentleman not seen a report in the paper to the effect that the daughters of officials are employed in Somerset House?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEI am not sure; but they would have to pass an examination.