§ 56. Mr. GRATTAN DOYLEasked the Minister of Transport if he is aware of the increase of unemployment in Newcastle-on-Tyne, and that many workmen have been thrown out of employment in some of the large firms in Tyneside owing to shortage of material due to lack of transport; and, if so, what steps he proposes to take to deal with the position so created?
§ Sir E. GEDDESNo, Sir, I am not so aware. If my hon. Friend will send me particulars, I will be glad to look into the matter and let him know the result.
§ Sir E. GEDDESCertainly; I shall be glad to do so.