§ 69. Mr. H. GIBSONasked the Minister of Labour how many schemes for the relief of unemployment have been submitted to the Unemployment Grants Committee by the Droylsden Urban District Council, Lancashire; the combined cost; the amount of the Government contribution; and the number of persons found employment by the schemes from 1st June to the latest available date?
§ Mr. LAWSONSince 1st June, 1929, one scheme of work for the relief of unemployment has been submitted by the Droylsden Urban District Council to the Unemployment Grants Committee. The estimated cost is £10,990. The grant from the Exchequer will be on the basis appropriate to non-revenue-producing schemes. The scheme was due to commence on 11th May last and is estimated to provide employment for 40 men for eight months.