§ Mr. F. Noel-Bakerasked the Minister of Supply whether he will reconsider the application of Mr. F. V. Walker, inspector-in-charge A.I.D. at the de Havilland engine works at Leavesden, to be established, in view of his qualifications, experience, length of service under the Crown and the responsibility which his present duties as a technical civil servant involve.
§ Mr. WilmotThe filling of vacancies for established staff in the Aeronautical Inspection Department follows the procedure agreed with the association representing the staff concerned and is normally based oh length of service.
Walker is not at present eligible for consideration, and I should not be justified in discriminating in his favour.