§ 55. Major John Morrisonasked the Minister of Labour what encouragement is being given to rural craftsmen such as blacksmiths and thatchers in the agricultural training schemes.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsA course of vocational training for agricultural blacksmiths has been agreed with the industrial interests concerned and the Rural Industries Bureau, and classes are being established at several Government training centres. Representations have been made that more thatchers are needed it Devonshire and a training scheme for this craft is being considered.
§ Major MorrisonWill the hon. Gentleman bear in mind that there have been a number of openings in these crafts for many years, and will he give every encouragement for the training of men for these crafts?
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsCertainly, Sir.
§ Mr. Skeffington-LodgeWill my hon. Friend bear in mind that the decaying craftsmanship in this country, in many directions, is a thoroughly deplorable thing, and will he do all that he can to ensure that these men have their niche in our national life?
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsWe have a full training scheme for craftsmen