§ Sir G. Sinclairasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department (1) whether he is satisfied that the Race Relations Board has enough conciliation officers in the field to deal promptly with complaints; and what proposals he has for recruiting and training more;
(2) whether he is satisfied that the permanent staff of the Race Relations Board is sufficient to deal with the work it will be facing in the immediate future; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Roy JenkinsThere are now three conciliation officers in post and three more will be appointed shortly. I share the Board's view that their staff is adequate for the present, but I shall consider any further requirements as and when the need arises.