HC Deb 24 January 1951 vol 483 c131
21. Mr. C. S. Taylor

asked the Postmaster-General how much a girl under 21 years of age is paid during her time of training to become a telephone operator; what allowance is made for board and lodging; and what travel concessions are given.

Mr. Ness Edwards

The pay in London is from 49s. 6d. to 75s. 6d. a week, according to age. Civil Service negotiated scales apply to board and lodging and one free travel pass home is allowed.

Mr. Taylor

Is any undertaking given by these trainees that they will continue in the service of the Post Office for a reasonable time?

Mr. Ness Edwards

If we had an undertaking of that sort we could not enforce it. There is no undertaking.