§ 1. Lady Apsleyasked the Minister of Labour what arrangements are being made in the case of those whose apprenticeships have been interrupted by service in the Forces to introduce a scheme for the completion of such apprenticeships?
§ The Joint Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour (Mr. Tomlinson)A scheme on lines similar to that which operated after the last war is in an advanced stage of preparation, and my right hon. Friend will be in a position to introduce it when the need arises. There is no urgent need for such a scheme in present circumstances, because, apart from a few individual cases in which difficulties occasionally arise, any young workers who are at present being discharged from the Forces are being readily absorbed.
§ Lady ApsleyWill the hon. Gentleman look further into the matter, because there is considerable anxiety?
§ Mr. TomlinsonYes, Sir.