HC Deb 21 July 1943 vol 391 cc887-8
39. Mr. John Dugdale

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether there has been any percentage rise in the wages of Government employees in Aden during the past two years; and, if so, how much?

Colonel Stanley

Yes, Sir. On the recommendation of a wages committee appointed by the Governor of Aden, a scale of war allowances was adopted in June, 1940, for certain lower-salaried Government employees, both in the Aden Colony and the Aden Protectorate. These war allowances are subject to review from time to time, and since the original recommendations were adopted they have been increased on two occasions to meet rises in the cost-of-living index. The present scale of allowances is set out in a table of figures which I have arranged to be included in a statement which will be circulated in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Mr. Evelyn Walkden

The right hon. and gallant Gentleman specifically mentioned lower-paid workers; has he made any adjustment in the salaries of the salaried officers of the Crown, or has he their salaries under review?

Colonel Stanley

I think the hon. Gentleman will see how far this goes when he examines the table. If there is any more information that he would like, I would be glad to give it to him.

Following is the statement:

Present scale of War Allowances paid to subordinate officials in the Aden Colony and the Aden Protectorate Services:

With the provision that salaries over Rs.500 per mensem should be increased by adjusted War Allowances up to Rs.550 per mensem only.