§ Mr. Bossomasked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury what charge is made to each candidate who takes an examination to enter the Ministry of Supply as a civil servant; and how much does the Government pay to the institution which arranges these examinations for them.
§ Mr. Glenvil HallPresumably the hon. Member is referring to the fees payable in respect of examinations held by the Civil Service Commissioners. The amount of these fees varies according to the grade or situation concerned and ranges from 2s. 6d. to a maximum of £1, according to the salary and prospects of the post to which recruitment is being made. The expenses of the Commission are shown in the published Estimates for each year, fees received being accounted for as Appropriations in Aid.