HC Deb 28 July 1924 vol 176 c1756
43. Major Sir C. MORRISON-BELL

asked the Minister of Agriculture if he is able to state the number of men employed on the land now and on 21st July, 1023, and 21st July, 1924, respectively?

Mr. BUXTON

Returns of the number of workers employed on agricultural holdings relate to 4th June. The figure for June, 1923, was 670,000 men. The tabulation of the returns for this year is not yet completed, but the figures will be issued as soon as they are available.