§ 22. Mr. BATEYasked the Minister of Labour if he is aware that numbers of men are likely to be added to the unemployment register in the south and west parts of the county of Durham owing to the closing down of road schemes; and what steps the Government propose to take to provide work for these men?
§ Sir H. BETTERTONI am having inquiries made and will communicate with the hon. Member.
§ Sir H. BETTERTONThis question only appeared on the Paper yesterday, and before an adequate answer can be given of course I must make inquiries.