§ 56. Mr. GARDNERasked the Home Secretary if, when there are vacancies for governorships of prisons and other higher 27 ranks, he will consider the advisability of giving opportunities to experienced qualified officers already in the service to fill these posts?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSThe Selection Board, who submit names for my formal approval, tell me that the qualifications of serving officers are very carefully considered whenever vacancies in higher ranks arise.
§ Mr. GARDNERCan the right hon. Gentleman say what percentage of men have been promoted from the ranks?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSI really could not say that without notice. If the hon. Member will put down a question, he shall, of course, have the information.