HC Deb 23 July 1942 vol 382 c143
10. Mr. Thorne

asked the Minister of Labour whether he has considered the petition sent to him by the hon. Member for Plaistow, on 12th July, signed by 850 members of the River Thames Lightermen and Bargemen's Union; and what action he intends taking about the matter?

Mr. Bevin

Yes, Sir. I have considered the petition in question and am writing to my hon. Friend.