HC Deb 06 May 1937 vol 323 cc1239-40
55. Mr. De la Bère

asked the Minister of Agriculture what steps are being taken to prevent unnecessary addition to officials in connection with schemes for the Livestock Industry Bill?

Mr. Ramsbotham

I have been asked to reply. The staff which will be required to enable the Livestock Commission to carry out their functions under the Livestock Industry Bill, if and when that Measure becomes law, will be determined by Ministers with the approval of the Treasury. The hon. Member may rest assured that no unnecessary staff will be appointed.

Mr. De la Bère

May I thank my hon. Friend for his reply and ask whether it is not a fact that it is an increase in livestock and not of officials that is required?

Mr. Messer

Will an assurance be given that no members of the staff will lose their positions in consequence of the coming into force of this Measure?

Mr. Ramsbotham

Perhaps the hon. Member will study the procedure under the Bill.