§ 4. Mr. MANDERasked the Minister of Labour whether he will consider the advisability of appointing a committee to re-examine the ground explored by, and the various recommendations of, the Whitley Committee and to report what modifications are necessary as a result of the experience which has since been obtained?
§ Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEADNo, Sir. The ground covered by the Whitley Committee is under continuous review in the course of the ordinary duties performed by my Department, and my right hon. Friend does not think that a committee such as that suggested by the hon. Member is required.
§ Mr. MANDERIf the Minister is satisfied that there is a considerable demand throughout the country for a fresh inquiry, will he be good enough to reconsider his decision?
§ Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEADI think that, if the Minister were satisfied of that, he would be quite prepared to reconsider it.