HC Deb 08 March 1961 vol 636 c44W
Mr. P. Wells

asked the Civil Lord of the Admiralty if he will make a statement regarding the extended transfer scheme for men transferred from Sheerness Dockyard.

Mr. C. Ian Off-Ewing

In view of the present employment situation in the Isle of Sheppey we have decided to extend the special transfer arrangements for another year. This means that established men transferred from Sheerness to Chatham will have until 31st March. 1962, to decide whether to transfer permanently to Admiralty service in Chatham, or to resign with a termination of establishment grant.