§ Mr. Macfarlaneasked the Prime Minister what are the qualifications that secured the appointment of Mr. Peter Gibson to the Commission on pay comparability; and if he will publish Mr. Gibson's responsibilities for the past 15 years prior to his premature retirement from BP Oil Ltd.
§ The Prime MinisterMr. Gibson was chosen for the contribution he is expected to make to the work of the Standing Commission on pay comparability. His experience of personnel management at a high level in industry will be particularly valuable.
During the 15 years preceding his retirement Mr. Gibson held a series of senior executive posts, and for the past four and a half years he held the post of director of personnel and administration with a major oil company.