§ Mr. Alldrittasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer by what degree the Civil Service Commission has lowered examination standards, compared with the North-West region, in order to resolve the staff shortage in London.
§ Mr. MacDermotThe prescribed standards for established appointments are the same thoughout the country. To alleviate the shortage of clerical officers in London departments have been authorised temporarily to recruit candidates with four "O" levels and to nominate them for establishment after seven months satisfactory service.