§ 30. Mr. CHARLES BATHURSTasked how many inspectors, clerks, and other officials have been appointed by the Board of Agriculture during the last twelve months; how many of these passed any qualifying examination prior to their appointment; and what, in the absence of such examination, is the process by which such posts are sought and obtained?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANPerhaps the hon. Member would allow me to circulate the answer with the Votes.
§ Mr. C. BATHURSTCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether any official of the Board had to pass a qualifying examination before entering the service of the Board?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANYes, before he enters the service of the Board permanently.