HC Deb 25 July 1949 vol 467 c1805
34. Mr. Stokes

asked the Minister of supply how many persons are employed at the Eastriggs dump in Dumfriesshire: and on what they are engaged.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

One hundred and forty-five persons are employed at the Ministry of Supply Storage Depot, Eastriggs. They are engaged on the reception, storage and re-issue of explosives, propellants and ammunition components.

Mr. Stokes

Is my right hon. Friend aware that this overstaffing causes considerable comment in the district? There is not very much for them to do, and if I send my right hon. Friend further particulars will he look into them?

Mr. Strauss

I shall be happy to look into any further particulars which my hon. Friend sends me.

36. Mr. Erroll

asked the Minister of Supply what is the total number of staff employed by his Department in Delhi; what is the annual total of salaries paid to them; how many are recruited from the United Kingdom; how many are engaged locally; and what work they execute.

Mr. G. R. Strauss

The answer to all five parts of the Question is "None."

Mr. Erroll

Is not this most gratifying for once?