HC Deb 19 November 1936 vol 317 c1898
28. Mr. SHINWELL

asked the Minister of Labour whether, during the period of the Coronation festivities, he will cause arrangements to be made so that unemployed persons and their families shall have sufficient food and comforts consistent with the occasion?

Lieut. - Colonel MUIRHEAD

The proper provision for the unemployed is a matter which will receive appropriate attention on this as on all other occasions.

Mr. SHINWELL

Does that mean that the Government intend to take no action whatever during Coronation week to render more tolerable the condition of these persons? Would not the knowledge that these persons were more properly cared for add lustre to the Coronation proceedings?

Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEAD

I think that my answer covers the supplementary question.

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