§ Mr. Hardyasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that Registration Officers have not received any increase in their basic salaries since 1934; and when will the award of the National Joint Council made on 31st July, 1947, become operative.
§ Mr. BevanThe recommendations of the National Joint Council cannot become operative except by a formal amendment of the statutory Scheme in force348W in each area. Amendment Schemes are now being prepared by Councils in consultation with the Registrar-General.