§ Mr. Bodyasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what special steps he is now taking to recruit more probation officers.
§ Mr. R. A. ButlerI have recently advertised vacancies in the London Probation Service for qualified and experienced social case-workers. I have also advertised a special training course with a view to appointments in the Greater London Area. Meanwhile, recruitment to training for appointment in any part of the country, including London, is proceeding continuously.