§ Mr. G. Campbellasked the Minister of Public Building and Works what action his Department is taking to help in the training of administration officers in the Diplomatic Service in accordance with the recommendation in paragraph 543 of the Report of the Plowden Committee.
§ Mr. BoydenMy Department arranges instruction for staff taking up duty as administration officers as a part of the training course organised by the Diplomatic Service Administration Office. This instruction covers the Ministry's organisation and procedures relating to building and supply services as well as estate matters; it includes some advice on 159W leasing and the assistance needed from administration officers prior to the purchase of accommodation by the Ministry, the invitation of tenders from local contractors for minor repairs and the maintenance of inventories and financial procedures.