§ 73. Mr. CHARLES BATHURSTasked whom it is proposed to appoint as Permanent Secretary of the Board in succession to Sir Thomas Elliott, lately appointed Deputy-master and Comptroller of the Mint?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANSir Thomas Elliott retains his position as Permanent Secretary of the Board until February next. The appointment of his successor will be made in due course. I would like to take this opportunity of saying how highly Sir Thomas Elliott's services to the Board have been appreciated. Throughout the twenty years that he has been secretary he has devoted himself whole heartedly to his duties, and the thoroughness of the Board's administration has been largely due to his ability. I acknowledge gratefully the value of his experience, judgment, and zeal, especially during the troubles and anxieties of the last six months, and I heartily congratulate him on his well-earned promotion in the public service.
§ Mr. C. BATHURSTIs it not a pity to let him go?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANI see no reason in the world why the hon. Gentleman should have made that suggestion. Sir Thomas Elliott was offered promotion, and has accepted it.