HC Deb 25 March 1943 vol 387 cc1741-2
6. Mr. Hewlett

asked the Minister of Labour how many disabled persons are being trained for industrial work and how many for the professions, respectively, under the Tomlinson Scheme?

Mr. Bevin

The scheme recommended in the Tomlinson Committee Report is designed for the post-war problem, but interim measures are in operation to meet current needs. Under these measures approximately 1,250 disabled persons are now receiving training for industrial and commercial occupations, while about 25 persons are receiving training for the professions or are taking courses of higher education in accordance with a statement which is being circulated to-day.

Mr. Lipson

Will my right hon. Friend see that the greatest publicity is given to this valuable Report?

Mr. Bevin

Yes, Sir.