§ Mr. Shortasked the Home Secretary how many additional factory inspectors have been appointed since 31st July, 1937, and the number of inspectors to date?
§ Mr. LloydThe authorised strength of the Inspectorate is at present 270. It184W has not been increased since last July but it is hoped to appoint shortly some additional candidates from the last competition. As previously announced, a considerable increase in the Inspectorate will be necessary with a view to the enforcement of the new Factories Act and the steps to be taken for this purpose are now under consideration.