§ Lieut.-Commander Fletcherasked the Prime Minister what was the staff of the British passport office at the date of Captain Kendrik's expulsion by the German authorities and what it is now; whether the present staff is considered adequate for the performance of its increased duties; and, if not, what steps are being taken to strengthen it?
§ Mr. ButlerAt the time of Captain Kendrik's departure 17 persons were employed at the Passport Control Office at Vienna. The present normal staff consists of 25 persons, but this is augmented to deal with emergencies and to afford the requisite relief to the staff, subject always to trained officers for the purpose being available. My Noble Friend is satisfied with these arrangements.