HC Deb 19 May 1927 vol 206 cc1369-70
62. Mr. BRIANT

asked the Postmaster-General whether the question of placing the men and women on one senority list has been considered in the Post Office; and, if so, was the idea abandoned and for what reason?

Viscount WOLMER

Following a recommendation by a committee appointed to consider the application of the principle of common seniority lists for men and women in certain classes in the Civil Service, the question of compiling such lists was brought before the Post Office Departmental Whitley Council in July, 1925. The staff side then stated that they desired to give the matter fuller consideration, and would raise it at a subsequent meeting. The staff side have not yet communicated their views on the question, and until they have done, so it is hardly possible to come to any decision in the matter.

Viscountess ASTOR

May I ask whether there were any women on the committee which had to decide this?

Viscount WOLMER

I think so, but I would like to have notice of that question.