HC Deb 19 June 1930 vol 240 cc558-9
18. Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the Minister of Labour what number of persons went overseas after a course of training at one of the Ministry's training centres in the years 1928 and 1929, respectively; and in what Dominions did they settle?

Miss BONDFIELD

The number of men who proceeded overseas after a course of training at one of the training centres administered by my Department, was 2,030 during 1928 and 4,108 during 1929. Of these 1,711 proceeded to Australia and 4,427 to Canada.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

What proportion is represented by those who went to Australia?

Miss BONDFIELD

1,711 proceeded to Australia.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

I did not hear the answer owing to the noise and confusion.