HC Deb 19 December 1929 vol 233 cc1595-6
18. Mr. LEES

asked the Minister of Labour if she is aware of the nature of the building used as the Employment Exchange at Belper, the whole of the staff having to work in one room and, in addition, unemployed men and women having to sign on here; and whether she intends to provide more suitable premises?

Miss BONDFIELD

I will cause inquiries to be made, and will communicate direct with my hon. Friend as soon as possible.

Mr. LEES

May I ask if the right hon. Lady is aware that this temporary office, which is merely one small room, has no less than seven persons working in it, and that, on an average, between 500 and 600 sign on there every week?

Miss BONDFIELD

I will look into it.