§ 20. Brigadier Mackesonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many persons in Malta are desirous of emigrating; and if he will publish in the OFFICIAL REPORT a full and detailed list of those concerned, showing their trades and occupations.
Mr. Creech JonesThe number of persons registered with the Emigration Department in Malta as desirous of emigrating is 11,692. The full details requested in the latter part of the Question have not yet been received from Malta, but they are expected shortly and when they arrive I shall communicate with the hon. and gallant Member.
§ Brigadier MackesonWould the right hon. Gentleman also give this information to some of his colleagues, including the Minister of Labour, in view of the fact that many of these skilled workmen would be of great use not only to this country but also to the Dominions?
Mr. Creech JonesYes, Sir. We are in communication with the Ministry of Labour and we hope that many of these men can be absorbed here.