HC Deb 11 September 1941 vol 374 c274
4. Sir Irving Albery

asked the Minister of Labour whether, under the new arrangements, dock and riverside workers who, in certain districts were largely unemployed, will now be fully utilised?

Mr. Bevin

Yes, Sir, subject to always having ready a sufficient labour force at the docks to meet ships arriving, and thereby facilitating immediate handling of cargoes.