§ Mr. D. A. THOMASasked the Postmaster-General whether it is proposed to dismiss a number of call wire operators from the Cardiff telephone staff in consequence of a reduction in the number of call wires; and whether, in view of the qualifications for postal and telegraphic work these girls are known to possess, he will endeavour to provide suitable employment for them in the Cardiff post office?
§ Mr. HERBERT SAMUELThe answer to the first part of my hon. Friend's question is in the negative. A reduction in the number of telephonists for call wire working was recently found necessary at Cardiff; but the officers displaced, who are known to possess qualifications for postal and telegraphic work will be provided for on suitable duties in the Post Office.