§ Mr. W. J. Brownasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many women prison officers have been recruited as the result of the recent advertising campaign; how many have resigned after appointment; and what was the average period of service of such officers as have resigned.
§ Mr. H. MorrisonAs a result of the advertisements published at the end of last December, nineteen war auxiliary women officers have been appointed, and of these fourteen have already joined for duty. Four of the latter resigned after periods of service averaging ten days. Applications are still being received and are under consideration, and further appointments are expected to be made in the near future.