16 DECEMBER 1916, Page 2

Another principle which guided Mr. Lloyd George was his con-

viction that he could profitably introduce into his Ministry men of proved capacity who have not hitherto had any Parliamenta0 experience. Yet another departure was the creation of new officea (though-these had been foreshadowed under 'the late Government)

under the titles of Labour Minister, Food Controller, Shipping Cowtsoller, and Pensions Minister.