§ 25. Mr. SNELLasked the Financial Secretary to the War Office whether the post of chief inspector of saddlery in Woolwich Dockyard is or is about to become vacant; and whether the intention is to appoint to this position a civilian who has first-hand knowledge of the duties to be performed?
§ The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the WAR OFFICE (Mr. Gwynne)The inspectorship of harness and saddlery is at present vacant. I am not at present in a position to say precisely how this vacancy will be filled, but it is probable that a candidate possessing experience of military saddlery and its practical use in the field will be required.
§ Mr. SNELLIs the hon. Gentleman aware that this post has already been allocated to an ex-officer without experience and who is now in receipt of a considerable and adequate pension?
§ Mr. GWYNNEDoes the hon. Member say that the position has already been allocated?
§ Mr. GWYNNEThen the hon. Member knows more than I do. My information is that it was not allocated this morning.