§ Mr. T. SMITHasked the hon. and gallant Member for Rye, as representing the Forestry Commissioners, the wages, hours, and conditions of workmen employed by the Forestry Commission; and whether piecework is encouraged in the various operations?
§ Sir G. COURTHOPEThe wages, hours and conditions of workmen employed by the Forestry Commission are as defined by local Agricultural Wages Orders, but with a minimum of 35s. a week. Piecework rates enabling employés to earn more than the minimum are adopted wherever practicable.