HC Deb 16 October 1945 vol 414 cc899-900
32. Mr. Jennings

asked the Minister of Labour if he is satisfied that sufficient numbers of men and women are being released from the services for employment in the trades and industries vital to our export markets.

Mr. Isaacs

I would refer the hon. Member to my comprehensive statement of 2nd October, a copy of which I am sending him, in which I explained that the numbers of men and women being released from the Forces are the maximum possible in the present circumstances.

Mr. Jennings

Is the right hon. Gentleman not aware that if these releases are not accelerated we shall be gravely behind with our exports and we shall miss the boat?

Mr. Isaacs

We hope to be able to maintain the acceleration which has been promised up to the end of the year, and, while we cannot have all that we require, we think there will be a general easement of the position.