HC Deb 30 May 1946 vol 423 c1358
82. Mr. Walker-Smith

asked the Minister of Health how many officers of his Department are authorised to sign Statutory Rules and Orders on his behalf; and what are the respective departmental ranks of these persons.

Mr. Key

The number of officers authorised to sign Statutory Rules and Orders on my right hon. Friend's behalf is 41. These officers hold the rank of secretary, deputy secretary, under-secretary, principal assistant secretary or assistant secretary.