§ 67. Mr. R. Gibsonasked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that the number of men unemployed in the food-manufacturing industries in Greenock rose from 69, on 15th January, 1940, to 139 on 12th February, 1940, bringing the percentage employed up to 14.2; what were the causes of this increase; and what proposals he has to bring these men into productive employment?
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydI am aware that a reduction in employment in the Greenock area has resulted from the curtailment of raw sugar supplies. From the replies given to his earlier Questions on 31st January and 22nd February, the hon. and learned Member will be aware that it is not in my power to supply the raw sugar required for the full-time working of the Greenock refineries.