§ Mr. JOHN JONESasked the Postmaster-General whether the Treasury Circulars, dated 29th January and 26th February, with regard to promotion have been received in his Department; whether he has invited any applications from either men or women in his Department; and, if not, will he take immediate steps to acquaint the rank and file of the Post Office service with the decision of the Treasury, and invite all grades to submit their claims to consideration?
§ Mr. ILLINGWORTHThe Treasury Circulars have been received, and a list of Post Office servants who can be recom- 379W mended under the scheme is in course of preparation. It is not considered practicable, in view of the large numbers of the Post Office staff, to invite applications, but the hon. Member may be assured that the claims of the various grades will not be overlooked.