HC Deb 15 August 1911 vol 29 c1747
Mr. KEIR HARDIE

asked when a reply will be made to the representations that have been made regarding the condition of service of labour exchange clerks?

Mr. BUXTON

As I have already stated, the representations which have been made to me on this subject are receiving my careful consideration. I am not yet in a position to give any reply.

Mr. KEIR HARDIE

asked why a clerk, named Branscombe, until recently employed in the Central Labour Exchange Offices, Caxton House, has been refused a testimonial as to his character, although there is nothing against it or his capabilities as a clerk; and whether there is any proposal to discharge senior clerks in the labour exchanges and substitute boy clerks at lower wages?

Mr. BUXTON

The typist in question has not been refused a reference, and, in fact, one has been given to a prospective employer. There is no proposal to substitute boy clerks for senior clerks in the Labour Exchanges.

Mr. KEIR HARDIE

Did not this clerk consider she was entitled to have the reference personally?

Mr. BUXTON

I have no information on that point.