HC Deb 03 August 1926 vol 198 c2824W
Sir W. de FRECE

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury whether it is in accordance with general practice for a civil servant to be promoted to a higher grade during his firt year of service, and when he is still on probation?

Mr. McNEILL

I am not aware of any general rule or practice which would prevent the promotion of a civil servant during his first year of service, and when he is still on probation.