§ 1. Sir Percy Hurdasked the Minister of Labour for what reason he rejected the request of the Royal Institute of Architects that architects over 33 years of age should be placed in the Schedule of Reserved Occupations; and whether, seeing the shortage of architects to deal with damage by enemy action, he will reconsider his decision?
§ The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour (Mr. Assheton)After full consideration my right hon. Friend was satisfied that a general reservation was not necessary and that requirements would be sufficiently met by deferment of calling-up in individual cases.
§ Sir P. HurdSeeing the importance and possible urgency of the matter, will the Minister be willing to receive a deputation which can put the case fully before him?
§ Mr. AsshetonI will certainly ask him.