§ 68. Mr. C. DUNCANasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether an advance of wages has recently been conceded to the clerks employed at the Small Arms Factory at Enfield Lock; if so, why the claims for the same consideration made by the writers has been overlooked; and whether he will inquire into the matter with as little delay as possible, with a view to rectify this grievance?
§ Mr. FORSTERNo advance has as yet been given to any person employed on clerical duty in the superintendent's office at Enfield, but the claim of the writers is under consideration.