HC Deb 24 June 1952 vol 502 c150W
52. Mr. M. Stewart

asked the Minister of Works what are the special considerations referred to in his letter to the hon. Member for Fulham, East, dated 29th May, which are taken into account for keeping anyone in his Department beyond the retiring age of 65 years.

Mr. Eccles

In considering the retention of staff beyond normal retiring age the deciding factor is the interests of the Department. Each case must be judged according to circumstances and the considerations taken into account are such matters as the special knowledge and experience of the individual, the possibilities of replacement, and the need for retention to complete a particular item of work.