§ 52. Mr. Erringtonasked the Minister of Labour the reason why only 76 men out of 271 engaged in Government work at the balloon barrage depot at Fazakerley, Liverpool, were given employment through the Employment Exchange service; and from what sources the remainder were obtained?
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydInquiries are being made in the matter and I will communicate with my hon. Friend.
§ Mr. ErringtonDoes the Minister realise that there is considerable public disturbance and feeling in regard to this proportion, and will he take some steps to see that a larger proportion of people is obtained through the Employment Exchanges?
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydIt is always our desire that as many people as possible should be recruited through the local Employment Exchanges, but in this case we are making inquiries and I will communicate with the hon. Member.