HC Deb 08 June 1937 vol 324 c1606W
Mr. Markham

asked the hon. and gallant Member for Rye, as representing the Forestry Commissioners, how many scientists are employed by his Department; and how this figure compares with that of 1930?

Sir G. Courthope

The number of Forestry Commission officers possessing a University degree in science or the equivalent was 37 in 1930 and 59 at the present time.