HC Deb 15 May 1939 vol 347 c980
41. Mr. Bellenger

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether the chairman of the Herring Industry Board receives any other emoluments from public funds in addition to his salary of £1,600 per annum; and whether his appointment is a full-time one?

Sir R. Dorman-Smith

The chairman of the Herring Industry Board does not receive any emoluments from public funds in addition to his salary and his travelling and subsistence allowances. His appointment is full-time.

Mr. Bellenger

Is not the chairman of this board a retired officer, and does he not receive any pension for his services as an officer?

Sir R. Dorman-Smith

That is another question, but I will look into it.

Mr. Bellenger

Who is the chairman of this board? Is it Major-General Gibb, and does he not receive a pension from public funds for his services as an officer?

Sir R. Dorman-Smith

I think the hon. Member has got the wrong name.

Mr. Boothby

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the chairman of this board is the best appointment which the Government have made for a long time?