HC Deb 01 May 1919 vol 115 c328
81. Sir KINGSLEY WOOD

asked what steps he has taken to secure alternative work for Woolwich Arsenal in accordance with the Prime Minister's undertaking in December last?

Mr. KELLAWAY

The following classes of alternative work are now being carried on at Woolwich Arsenal:

  1. 1. The repair of railway wagons.
  2. 2. The repair of motor lorries.
  3. 3. The manufacture of certain articles for the Ministry of Food.
In addition arrangements have been made for some tanks to be sent to Woolwich for repair, and negotiations are proceeding for undertaking other classes of work.