§ Mr. Palmerasked the Minister of Labour whether it is the policy of his Appointments Board to grant equality of opportunity for fresh employment to persons over 50 years of age, many of whom served in the last war, who sacrificed their pre-war positions in order to undertake war work in the present war.
§ Mr. ButlerYes, Sir, but my hon. Friend will appreciate that where an age limit is specified by an employer, regard must be paid to his wishes.