HC Deb 03 March 1937 vol 321 cc348-9
27. Mr. T. Henderson

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty the number of warrant officers over 50 now serving as the result of previous appeals to re-engage after reaching the age for retirement; and the number over 50 required to re-engage under the appeal issued last week?

Lord Stanley

The number of commissioned gunners, commissioned gunners (T.) and commissioner boatswains over 50 now serving is 68. The shortage remaining is 60.

Mr. Alexander

Are steps being taken to remedy that position?

Lord Stanley

I think the right hon. Gentleman is aware that we have had a committee dealing with this matter. We are now considering what further action can be taken.