§ 46. Sir W. Smithersasked the, Prime Minister whether, when making arrangements for the concentration of any industry, he will take steps to secure better co-operation between the Ministries of Labour, Supply and Production?
§ Mr. AttleeI can assure my hon. Friend that it is the invariable practice for consultations between all the Government Departments concerned to take place both before and during the concentration of any industry.
§ Sir W. SmithersWhile recognising that during war-time some concentration may be necessary, may I ask whether the Departments will do their utmost to avoid dislocation and hardship, especially to small firms?
§ Mr. AttleeCertainly, Sir, that is done.
§ Sir W. SmithersNo, it is not.