HC Deb 15 May 1947 vol 437 cc1697-8
51. Brigadier Rayner

asked the Minister of Labour if he will make a statement on the operation in industry of extended double-shift working, which was recommended two months ago as a method of coping with the shortage of electricity.

Mr. Ness Edwards

The Electricity Sub-Committee of the Joint Consultative Committee which was appointed to examine the measures necessary to reduce peak industrial loads on the electricity supply system, and to advise and assist regional boards for industry in this matter, have now submitted a report, which is being issued to regional boards for industry, and will be available to the general public on Monday. I will arrange for copies to be placed in the Library.