HC Deb 14 April 1938 vol 334 c1290
23. Mr. Day

asked the Home Secretary whether he has any statement to make regarding the several resignations recently tendered by senior officers of the Metropolitan Police; and will he state the reasons given for these resignations?

Mr. Lloyd

Out of eight senior officers of the Metropolitan Police Force who have recently given notice of resignation, two wished to take up posts outside the force and five are retiring on pension in the normal course. The other resignation is apparently consequent upon an appointment which the Commissioner had decided to make.

Mr. Day

Is this not the largest batch of resignations on record in such a short time?

Mr. Lloyd

These two officers who are taking up outside appointments are taking up air-raid precautions work.