Mr. Leeasked the Minister of Labour whether the Factory Inspectorate is now at full strength; how many inspectors have either left during 1955, or are in the course of leaving; the main reasons for loss of inspectors; and what action he proposes to take to improve the position.
§ Mr. WatkinsonThere are ten vacancies for which no successful candidates have so far been forthcoming. Ten inspectors have left this year and one more is known to be leaving. Most of those concerned are taking up employment in industry or in education. It is expected that the wastage will be made good by ordinary recruitment.