HC Deb 24 June 1958 vol 590 c11W
19. Mr. Robens

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Works, as representing the Lord President of the Council, whether, in view of the significance of scientific developments in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, he is satisfied that the grading of the post of Scientific Attaché ought not to be Deputy Chief Scientific Officer; and if he will accordingly review the grading immediately.

Mr. H. Nicholls

This is not simply a question of grading. As I said in my reply to the hon. Member's Question on this subject on 17th June, an appointment to the post of Scientific Attaché in Moscow is being considered in the first instance in the grade of Principal Scientific Officer, but if a suitable candidate cannot be found, the best way to fill the post will be reconsidered.