Mrs. HicksTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment what evidence he has on discrimination against the employment of persons over the age of 40 years; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LeeMy Department has not undertaken any recent research on this subject. However, the age of applicants can, in certain circumstances have a bearing on their suitability for a job, but we believe that the employer is normally in the best position to make judgments of this nature.