§ Mr. Whiteheadasked the Minister of State for Defence what were the reasons for the employment of a work study team at the Central Vehicle Depot, Royal Army Ordnance Corps, Hilton, Derbyshire; what number of persons was involved; what was the cost; and what recommendations have been made.
§ Mr. G. Johnson Smith:Up to 10 work study personnel were employed between March, 1970, and April, 1972, in a study at the depot. designed to improve working methods and to establish accurate labour standards. The cost is estimated at £52,000. The findings are still being analysed but the study has already resulted in improvements which should save about £35,000 a year at the depot and lead eventually to further economies throughout the RAOC vehicle organisation. The study will provide the basis for formulating a work-measured productivity payment scheme for CVD, Hilton.