§ Mr. Kellyasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that boys of 14 years of age employed at Scotland Yard are employed on copyholding and as readers' boys; and whether consideration is given to moving them from this work?
§ Mr. LloydYes, Sir. Two boys between the ages of 14 and 16 years are employed as copyholders. They are promoted to other posts as and when vacancies occur. In any event they are not retained on these duties after attaining the age of 16 years.