§ Mr. EDGAR JONESasked whether it was proposed to make any appointments by the method of nomination under the National Insurance Act in Wales; (2) whether Papers would be circulated, and whether an opportunity would be afforded for discussing the proposed method of the Welsh Insurance Commissioners for making appointments under the National Insurance Act in Wales, and (3) whether the public authorities and educational bodies in Wales would elect representatives on the proposed advisory council for appointments under the National Insurance Act in Wales?
§ Mr. MASTERMANAs I have already said, a scheme advanced by the Welsh Insurance Commissioners is now under consideration, and I am willing to listen to any representations concerning the best method of making appointments under the Commission.
§ Mr. E. JONESIs it intended to adhere to the method of nomination?
§ Mr. MASTERMANI do not think the scheme suggested the method of nomination. I can assure the hon. Gentleman that the scheme will not be approved of until there has been full opportunity for those interested to represent their views.
Mr. PEELHave any officials been appointed by the Welsh Commissioners by nomination and not by examination?
§ Mr. MASTERMANI do not think that that arises out of the question, but particulars as to the officials already appointed can be seen in the White Paper already circulated.
§ Mr. MASTERMANBy myself, as representing the Treasury.
§ Mr. MASTERMANI think the hon. Member is very familiar with the details of the scheme. In any case, any representations as to the best method of making the appointments will be gladly received by me.
§ Mr. E. JONESIs the hon. Gentleman aware that a deputation was sent to ask for information and could not get it?