HC Deb 22 December 1916 vol 88 c1821
45. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Prime Minister whether the new Director of National Resources is to be included in the Government or whether it is an outside post; whether it is a salaried post or not; whether the intention is to organise Derby industrial groups; what is to be the age limits; and whether his work will be confined to men or extended to women?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The arrangements for the constitution of this post have not been completed, so that I cannot now answer my hon. Friend's question further than to say that the new Director will not be a member of the Government.

Mr. HOGGE

Will it be a salaried post?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I really have not considered it, but I think it is only right that a salary should be paid.

Mr. PRINGLE

Will he be represented in this House?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I have already said we have not completed the arrangements. I cannot say anything more.