HC Deb 31 July 1919 vol 118 cc2256-7
22. Mr. IRVING

asked the Secretary for the Home Department whether he is aware that policemen holding the rank of acting-sergeants are dissatisfied because they have been omitted from any increase of pay other than that granted to them as police constables; and whether, in view of the fact that acting-sergeants take the same responsibilities and carry out the same duties as full sergeants, he is prepared to increase their pay to that of full sergeants whilst acting in the capacity of acting-sergeants?

The SECRETARY of STATE for the HOME DEPARTMENT (Mr. Shortt)

I presume the question refers to acting-sergeants in the Metropolitan Police: there are few of this rank in any other force. The question will be considered whether any increase should be given to these men beyond the considerable increase which they share with all other constables. It is proposed to abolish the rank as the existing holders cease to hold it.

Mr. A. DAVIES

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that this is not confined to the Metropolitan Police, but applies also to borough and county police?

Mr. SHORTT

I said it was not entirely confined to the Metropolitan Police, but there are very few in other districts.

Mr. DAVIES

Will they come under the decision?

Mr. SHORTT

They will all be treated alike.

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