HC Deb 20 July 1939 vol 350 c683
1. Mr. Mathers

asked the Minister of Labour whether he will endeavour to make arrangements for the absorption in employment of the200 workers being discharged from Nobel's factory, Lin lithgow, on 22nd July, owing to the cut ting down of Government orders?

The Minister of Labour (Mr. Ernest Brown)

Every effort will certainly be made to find alternative employment for these workers.

Mr. Mathers

Has the right hon. Gentleman this matter in hand with the Air Ministry for whom a large amount of work is being done at this factory?

Mr. Brown

We are always in touch with the Air Ministry. The hon. Member will understand that this has to do with contracts.