HC Deb 19 December 1929 vol 233 cc1641-2W
Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the Postmaster-General whether temporary labour in connection with Christmas traffic is engaged by the Post Office through the Employment Exchanges; what number have been engaged for this Christmas season through that medium; and what are the wages offered and the conditions of employment?

Mr. VIANT

The temporary Christmas force required by the Post Office is recruited through the Employment Exchanges where such Exchanges exist. Approximately 9,500 men are being engaged in London, but figures are not available as regards the Provinces. The men are paid at flat rates according to local circumstances, up to a maximum of 1s. 2d. an hour. The rates are increased by one-half for work on Sunday and Christmas Day.