Most railway jobs are of a healthy nature, and, broadly speaking, the railwayman ranks, happily, among the healthiest of workers. Illness, however, must inevitably at some time come the way of all, and suitable provision must be made to meet this contingency. The Home railwayman receives sick benefit under the national health insurance scheme, while during the period of convalescence after seri-ous illness his needs are met by a commendable movement known as the “Railway Convalescent Homes.” This movement was started thirty-eight years ago. To-day, through the cooperation of railway mangements and railwaymen, a chain of eight well-equipped convalescent homes operates for the workers' benefit. The contribution of the individual employee is as low as one halfpenny a week—although many give more—and this entitles him to secure all the benefits of specialised convalescent home treatment should the need arise. Special homes, also, are maintained for the benefit of female workers. One convalescent home is devoted entirely to accommodating mothers, with their babies up to eight months old. Last year, no fewer than 7,000 people passed through the Railway Convalescent Homes, where they recuperated under the happiest surroundings, ready to resume their work on the line.