§ Sir B. FALLEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is aware that naval ratings awarded "Satisfactory" for efficiency are in some cases considered as not being eligible for recommendation for advancement on Form S 507; and whether, as the definition of "Satisfactory" i.e., a man who performs his duties with average ability, does not make it clear that he is eligible for recommendation for advancement, he will consider making the situation clear to all commanding officers so that all ratings shall have equal chances for advancement?
Sir B. EYRES MONSELLIt is clearly laid down that" an assessment of satisfactory does not absolutely disqualify a man for a recommendation for advancement "but" efficiency in present rating is not the only factor in determining fit- 1969W ness for advancement "for the captain has to consider power of command, fitness to hold the higher rating and other qualifications. I have no reason to believe the regulations on this matter are misunderstood by captains.