HC Deb 04 July 1928 vol 219 cc1364-5
28. Mr. KELLY

asked the Minister of Labour what provision is made to deal with the unemployed men and women registering at the Rochdale Employment Exchange, in view of the many cases of illness caused by the want of accommodation?

Sir A. STEEL-MAITLAND

The men and women are dealt with in temporary premises at Summercastle School, Holroyd Street, and the juveniles in the permanent Exchange in Drake Street. No cases of illness have been reported to the Ministry due to want of accommodation. The new permanent premises in Station Road will be ready for occupation about the middle of August.

Mr. KELLY

Will the right hon. Gentleman make some further investigations, in view of the report which has come from myself and other people as to many of those who attend the Employment Exchange requiring medical attendance because of having to wait three and four hours?

Sir A. STEEL-MAITLAND

Perhaps the hon. Member will give me an indication of the way in which inquiries ought to be made. A general inquiry is not often very satisfactory.