HC Deb 26 March 1947 vol 435 c1217
15. Mr. Thomas Reid

asked the Secretary of State for Air if he will arrange to reduce the maintenance staffs at several aerodromes.

Mr. P. Noel-Baker

I am glad to assure my hon. Friend that the establishments of all stations of the R.A.F. are kept under constant review, and that every effort is made to reduce the care and maintenance staff to the lowest numbers who can do the job. If, however, he will let me know of any airfields at which he thinks a special inquiry should be made, I will take the necessary action.

Mr. Reid

Is my right hon. Friend aware that at several maintenance units in the Swindon district the men have informed me that they have practically nothing to do?

Mr. Noel-Baker

If my hon. Friend will give me the details I will be very glad to do anything required.

Mr. Tolley

Can my right hon Friend say how many of these units are still being maintained and how many it is intended to close in the immediate future?

Mr. Noel-Baker

I think I had better have notice of that Question.

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