HC Deb 18 November 1947 vol 444 cc960-1
20. Mr. Willis

asked the Minister of Labour if he will consider the establishment of an Industrial Rehabilitation Centre in Scotland.

Mr. Ness Edwards

Yes, Sir. It is hoped to open, early in 1948, two Industrial Rehabilitation Units attached to Government Training Centres in Scotland; one at Hillington, Glasgow, and one at Granton, Edinburgh. Each unit will have accommodation on a non-residential basis for 100 persons.

Mr. Willis

Can my right hon. Friend assure us that this important matter will not be delayed as a result of the proposed cuts in capital expenditure?

Mr. Ness Edwards

These proposals are unaffected by the cuts.

Mr. Gallacher

Why cannot Scotland decide for herself?

21. Mr. Willis

asked the Minister of Labour how many disabled persons, registered in Scotland have been admitted to Egham Industrial Rehabilitation Centre.

Mr. Ness Edwards

The number of disabled persons from Scotland who have been admitted to the Egham Industrial Rehabilitation Centre since the beginning of 1944 is 171. In view of its location no attempt has been made to persuade disabled persons in Scotland to go to the centre, but all eligible and suitable persons who have expressed a desire to go have been sent.

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