HC Deb 04 November 1937 vol 328 c1098
18. Mr. Davidson

asked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware that the Employment Exchange in Glasgow has sent men to take jobs as sandwichmen to carry propaganda boards on behalf of Moderate candidates in the municipal elections at 4s. a day; that the men were informed they would forfeit their claim to unemployment benefit if they did not accept the work despite the low wage; and, as the standard wage for general workers in the corporation service is 55s. for a 48-hour week, will he order an inquiry into the rates paid to sandwichmen with a view to having these increased to the corporation standard?

Mr. E. Brown

I am having inquiry made as to the facts, and I will communicate with the hon. Member.

Mr. Davidson

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that my information, which can be submitted to him, comes from the highest authority in Glasgow? If his inquiries prove the facts to be as stated, will he take immediate steps to protect these men from unscrupulous employers in Glasgow?

Mr. Brown

I prefer to make my own inquiries and act on the facts so established.