HC Deb 21 May 1924 vol 173 cc2178-9
25. Mr. D. G. SOMERVILLE

asked the Minister of Labour the number and nature of the home-training classes proposed and now in existence; and whether there has been any objection and, if so, of what nature to this policy?

Mr. SHAW

The Central Committee on Women's Training and Employment inform me that the existing number of home-training centres is 57, with accommodation for 2,530 women and girls. 12 more are about to open and a further 13 are under consideration. They provide instruction for unemployed women in domestic and allied subjects. I am not aware of any recent objection to this training.

Mr. SOMERVILLE

Are these centres taken advantage of?

Mr. SHAW

My information is "Yes."