HC Deb 29 July 1912 vol 41 cc1614-5
59. Mr. ASTOR

asked whether, in October, 1911, a Committee was appointed to inquire inter alia into the conditions of employment of Customs watchers; and whether, as a result of the Committee's investigations, any improvement has been made in their conditions of employment, and, if so, in what respect?

Mr. MASTERMAN

The Report of the Committee has been presented to the House, and its recommendations as to the watchers have been approved by the Treasury.