§ 38. Mr. Footasked the Secretary of State for War how many applications have been received for the release from their military duties of tenters and under-tenters, whom it is desired to re-engage in the jute industry; and how many of such applications have been granted?
§ Mr. StanleyI regret that the information asked for is not readily available.
§ Mr. FootIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that employers have experienced great difficulty in this matter, and is he satisfied that in every case the special qualifications of men are being utilised?
§ Mr. StanleyI have devoted a great deal of attention in the last few weeks to seeing that skilled men in the Army are used in positions where special skill is available.
§ Mr. FootMay we take it that any future applications from employers will be sympathetically considered?
§ Mr. StanleyApplications are always sympathetically considered, but I cannot promise that they can always be granted.