§ 2. Mr. Gallacherasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour whether he is aware that Messrs. Robertson and Sons, bakers, of Cardenden, have dismissed an employé of nine years' service, on the grounds that he is shortly to be called up for military service; that as a consequence this man is likely to be unemployed for several weeks prior to starting on his military service; and will he take steps to prevent this treatment of men immediately prior to their Army time falling due?
§ Mr. AsshetonThe hon. Member has supplied particulars of this case, which has been under inquiry. I am informed that after the termination of his employment the employé in question found other work and has not made a claim to unemployment benefit. My right hon. Friend is considering what further action can be taken in the matter.