HC Deb 29 April 1937 vol 323 c506
9 and 10. Mr. Rhys Davies

asked the Minister of Labour (1) how many unemployed persons have been found work in connection with the new munition works at Euxton, Chorley, through the employment exchanges at Aspull, Black-rod, Hindley, and Westhoughton, respectively?

(2) what is the trade union or other recognised wage standard for labouring work in connection with the Euxton, Chorley, munition works; and whether the imported Irish labourers are receiving that wage?

Mr. E. Brown

I am having inquiries made immediately and will communicate with the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Rhys Davies

Is not the right hon. Gentleman aware that these Government contractors in Chorley have been advertising in Irish newspapers for Irish labour? Is it not possible to insert a Clause in Government contracts to compel contractors to use the Employment Exchanges in the vicinity?

Mr. Brown

I am glad that the hon. Gentleman has called my attention to this matter, but I have taken certain action with regard to it.