§ Mr. J. Griffithsasked the Minister of Supply whether he is aware that men over 55 years of age are debarred from employment at Government ordnance 1067W factories; and will he take steps to secure that men over that age will be able to be considered for employment at such establishments?
§ Colonel LlewellinNo, Sir. The instructions at present in force regarding the engagement of workmen at Royal Ordnance Factories and other Ministry of Supply establishments provide that the governing consideration is industrial suitability. Men who are of the necessary standard of health and who are qualified by experience, ability, etc., for the work required are, therefore, eligible, irrespective of their age.