asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty whether general permission has been given or can be given for dockyard workmen due to retire at 60 years of age without pensions to be kept on until they are 65 if their work is satisfactory and they are physically fit?

Provision has existed in the regulations for many years empowering officers in charge of Admiralty Establishments to continue the employment of workmen up to 65 years of age. Provided that their services are required, they can be fully recommended for retention if they are found to be medically fit for duty.