HC Deb 13 May 1925 vol 183 cc1833-4
30. Mr. T. THOMSON

asked the Minister of Labour how many juvenile unemployed centres are in operation in England; how many pupils are receiving instructions and the number of boys and girls, respectively and what steps are taken to assist them to get work?

Sir A. STEEL-MAITLAND

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply which I gave on 6th May to a similar question put by the hon. Member for Bow and Bromley

Mr. THOMSON

With reference to the last part of the question, will further steps be taken in order to deal with the important question of finding work for those attending these centres?

Sir A. STEEL-MAITLAND

That question was dealt with in the seventh section of my answer to the question put by the hon. Member for Bow and Bromley

Mr.KIRKW00D

Can the Minister do anything to find work'?

Mr. THOMSON

The question was whether the Government could not do something more than was indicated in the answer. I am aware of that answer, but 1 ask whether, in view of the urgency of the problem, the Government cannot do more than they promised at that time

Sir A. STEEL-MAITLAND

Perhaps the hon. Member will turn to that answer. I do not think he is familiar with the facts stated therein. I think he will find that the employment of boys as distinct from men is as high in sonic Exchanges where I have made inquiries as 60 per cent

Mr. KIRKWOOD

May I again put my supplementary question? Can the Minister find work?

Mr. SPEAKER

The Minister's reply referred to a question which was answered last week, and perhaps the hon. Member will read that answer.