HC Deb 08 May 1924 vol 173 cc614-5
57. Mr. BRIANT

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury what class railway travelling is allowed to civil servants whilst on official duties?

Mr. GRAHAM

The class of railway travel allowed to civil servants whilst on official duty depends on salary, and status. As a general rule first-class travelling is allowed (a) to officers on scales of salary rising to not less than £500 (exclusive of bonus); (b) to officers whose actual salary exceeds £400 or in some cases £350 (exclusive of bonus); (c) to temporary officers whose actual salary exceeds £450 (inclusive).

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Why is it that the poorly paid officers are only allowed third-class fares, while the rich officials are allowed first-class fares?

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