§ 13. Captain P. MACDONALDasked the Minister of Labour what has been the total British expenditure in connection with the International Labour Office since its inception; and what has been the total amount received in emoluments by British members of its staff?
§ Sir H. BETTERTONThe total expenditure out of moneys provided by Par- 1884 liament, in the period of about 13 years to 31st January, 1933, in connection with the International Labour Organisation since its inception is £417,885 including £28,229 in respect of travelling expenses and subsistence allowances to British members, delegates, and advisers attending meetings of the governing body, annual conference and other meetings in connection with the organisation. I am not in a position to state the total amount received in emoluments by British members of the staff of the organisation.
§ Captain MACDONALDConsidering the need for national economy, does not the right hon. Gentleman think that it is about time to end this wasteful and useless expenditure?
§ Sir H. BETTERTONI would point out that the International Labour Office is set up by and is part of the Peace Treaty.