HC Deb 22 November 1976 vol 919 cc925-6W
Mr. Stephen

Ross asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will take steps to ensure greater economy when advertising vacancies in the prison service.

Mr. John

The Department is obliged under Civil Service rules to advertise certain posts. This is done with due regard to economy, subject to the need to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. We shall continue to watch for opportunities for greater economy.