HC Deb 23 January 1941 vol 368 cc307-8W
Mr. Gledhill

asked the Minister of Labour whether the Central Register is still in operation; if so, how many clerical staff are required to operate it; and how many professional and technical persons have been placed in important positions through it?

Mr. Bevin

The Central Register is still in active operation. The total number of clerical staff employed at present is 145. Up to 31st December, 1940, the Central Register had been notified of 10,580 appointments filled. This figure includes all classes of persons enrolled on the Register.