HC Deb 20 June 1935 vol 303 cc523-4
4. Mr. HENDERSON STEWART

asked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware of the closing of the jute mill in Springfield, Fife, with consequent unemployment of a considerable number of women workers, who are required to walk between two and three miles to register at the Cupar Employment Exchange; and whether he will consider making arrangements for the registration and payment of these unemployed persons in Springfield itself, so as to avoid the tiring journey now involved?

Mr. E. BROWN

I am having inquiries made, and will communicate with my hon. Friend as soon as possible.

Mr. STEWART

Will the right hon. Gentleman bear in mind the fact that a number of these women workers are over middle age, and will he consider sending an official to Springfield once or twice a week to do what is necessary?

Mr. BROWN

I will see what is the result of the inquiries that are being made.