HC Deb 08 March 1968 vol 760 cc181-2W
Mr. Grant

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what policy he is adopting in his Department concerning the employment of persons over 60 years of age.

Mr. Reynolds

It is the general aim of the Civil Service to employ fit and willing officers for as long as is practicable consistent with the best interests of the public service. Continued employment of officers over the age of 60 is dependent upon a number of factors, including continued efficiency and good health, and the career interests and promotion prospects of other members of the grades in which the officers are serving. In general, the higher the grade, the lower will be the age at which officers are likely to be retired.