§ Mr. D. GRENFELLasked the Secretary for Mines if he is aware that the establishment branch of his Department advertised, on 13th January, for a whole-time abstractor and translator, male, at Sheffield for the Mines Research Board at a basic scale salary ranging from £85 to £220 per annum; that the qualifications were a thorough knowledge of French and German, and a good general education, in order to translate scientific publications; and if this rate of remuneration has received the approval of the Whitley Council?
§ Dr. BURGIN:I have been asked to reply. I am aware of this advertisement, but I would point out to the hon. Member that, as stated therein, inclusive of cost of living bonus the limits of the scale are £127 10s. and £294, respectively. The advertisement also makes it clear that according to his qualifications the successful candidate may be allowed to enter the scale above the minimum, but subject to the commencing salary (inclusive) not exceeding £209 per annum. As regards the last part of the question, the appointment does not come within the purview of the Civil Service Whitley Council since the staff of the Safety in Mines Research Board is not paid out of voted moneys.