HC Deb 19 October 1939 vol 352 cc1063-4W
Mr. Stokes

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Information in what capacity Mr. C. L. Shard is employed at the Ministry; and what exactly are his duties?

Sir E. Grigg

Mr. C. L. Shard has been employed in the preparation and distribution of newspaper articles. His services have been much appreciated. In view, however, of the reduction of staff now in train he has offered his resignation and it has been accepted.