§ 60. Mr. Lyonsasked the Postmaster-General the approximate amount of new employment that it is anticipated will he required to deal with the Christmas traffic in the city of Leicester; and when and where should applications be made in that connection?
§ Major TryonAbout 1,000 additional men will be required at Leicester. Applicants should register at once at the local Employment Exchange.
§ Mr. LyonsWill the Postmaster-General bring to the notice of the people concerned the statement he has just made?
§ Major TryonThe facts are well known and the arrangements are made by the local postmaster.
§ Major TryonThe statement made in answer to the question will be published.
§ 61. Mr. Liddallasked the Postmaster-General what additional employment is likely to be provided for the extended traffic for Christmas in the city of Lincoln and when and where applications should be made in that respect?
§ Major TryonAbout 200 additional men will be required at Lincoln. Applicants should register at once at the local employment exchange.
§ Mr. LoganAm I to take it that the Postmaster-General intends to withdraw his reservation in regard to those over 45 years of age?
§ Major TryonPerhaps the hon. Member will put that question on the Order Paper.