§ Sir R. LYNNasked the Postmaster-General whether he will consider the
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— 1919. 1920. 1921. 1922. 1923. Post Office Savings Bank. Deposits during the year including interest accrued during the year. 173,744,885 107,584,860 89,593,697 93,756,910 90,023,380 Withdrawals 142,029,842 107,425,194 91,945,200 89,770,204 85,095,632 +31,716,043 + 159,666 -2,351,503 +3,986,706 +4,927,748 It is not possible to give figures excluding accrued interest. advisability of setting up a committee to consider the conditions under which Post Office clerks work: and whether he is aware that grave dissatisfaction exists regarding the remuneration which they receive?
Mr. F. HALLI have been asked to reply. My right hon. Friend is aware of no circumstances which would warrant the appointment of a Committee to inquire into the conditions of service of Post Office staff. The ordinary means of discussing their remuneration are open to them.