§ Mr. WILESasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that the temporary telegraphist now employed on writing duties at the northern district office was engaged three years ago to test candidates for their technical increments; and whether, having regard to the skill needed for this special work, he will consider whether he should be used as a temporary telegraphist instead of as a writer?
§ Mr. JOSEPH PEASEI am aware of the circumstances of the case. The man 555W in question, who was an assistant superintendent before he retired, was required, as part of his duty, to test candidates, and did make a few such tests about three years ago. As I informed the hon. Member in reply to his previous question on the 31st of May, I am satisfied that he can be employed to better advantage on the writing duties which have been given to him than on ordinary counter and instrument duties, which are more suitable for a younger man.