HC Deb 09 December 1936 vol 318 cc1993-4
52. Mr. GRAHAM WHITE

asked the Minister of Labour how many hostels there are in London for boys transferred from the depressed areas and how many for girls?

Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEAD

Four hostels, providing accommodation for 210 transferred boys, have been established by the Ministry in the London area, and four others with accommodation for about 250 boys are in course of preparation. One hostel for 40 girls will be opened shortly.

Mr. WHITE

Will the hon. and gallant Gentleman consider providing further hostels for girls?

Mr. THORNE

Is the Parliamentary Secretary assured that these boys and girls get sufficient wages to pay for their lodging and accommodation?

Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEAD

We take great care, as the hon. Member must know, about the future care of all boys and girls who are transferred under our schemes.