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ROLL OF HONOUR It is with deep regret that I record the death on active service of the undermentioned Audit officers : — Baker, Flying Officer L. T. .. Drowned on air operations, September, 1943. Hay, Flying Officer J. S. .. Killed on air operations, November, 1943. Mcßain, Sergeant Observer G. P. Killed on air operations, June, 1943. Redwood, Flying Officer C. H. G. Killed on air operations, June, 1943. Woods, Sergt. Air Gunner R. A. F. Killed on air operations, May, 1943. STAFF POSITION Although the Minister of Finance was good enough to add his representations to those already made by me to the Public Service Commissioner concerning inadequate staff, the Commissioner was able to afford only small relief. The work of Audit, therefore, has perforce been restricted, but much thought has been given to doing the best possible with the staff available. CONCLUSION Pleasant relations have existed throughout the year between the Audit Department and other Departments of the Public Service, and I have again to express my appreciation of the zeal and efficiency with which officers of the Audit Department, both permanent and temporary, have carried out their duties. Cyril G. Collins, Controller and Auditor-General. 7th September, 1944.

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