HC Deb 29 June 1920 vol 131 cc265-6W
Major BARKER

asked the Postmaster-General how many ex-service men have refused to continue in the service of the Post Office in the Halifax postmaster's district; how many resignations there have been since the Armistice; and the reasons assigned?

Mr. ILLINGWORTH

Thirty-four ex-service men in the Halifax postmaster's district have voluntarily left the Post Office service since the Armistice. Seven failed to give any reason for leaving. The reasons given by the other men were as follows—

  • 15 to improve their position;
  • 4 wages insufficient;
  • 3 unable to perform duties as a result of wounds;
  • 4 work regarded as unsuitable;
  • 1 unwilling to undergo operation in order to qualify for appointment.