§ Sir J. CORYasked the Minister of Health what are the qualifications required in the Housing Department for appointment as Regional Housing Inspector; how many men have been promoted from the rank of Regional Sub-Inspector to that of Regional Housing Inspector; and the number of women Regional Sub-Inspectors who have been promoted to the rank of Regional Housing Inspector?
§ Dr. ADDISONNo specific qualifications have been prescribed for the appointment of regional housing inspectors. The applicants are, however, required to possess certain general technical knowledge and experience in regard to the selection of sites, the design and construction of houses, materials, and other matters connected with the provisions of houses for the working classes. Preference is always given to candidates who have served with the forces. Five regional sub-inspectors (men) have been promoted to the rank of regional housing inspector. No woman sub-inspector has been so promoted.