HC Deb 28 September 1909 vol 11 c1244W
Mr. SLOAN

asked the Postmaster-General what is the nature of the work at which officers of the new class of clerical assistants will be employed?

Mr. SYDNEY BUXTON

It is proposed to employ officers of the new class of clerical assistants on minor writing duties in the engineering department and in connection with local telephone services. The duties of the sorting clerks and telegraphists will not be affected. The new class will give a material opening to the boy messengers.