HC Deb 29 January 1952 vol 495 c7
13. Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the Minister of Labour how many building trade workers were called up for military service in 1951; what is his estimate of the number of building workers in the Forces; and the number now employed on work for the Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force.

Sir W. Monckton

I regret that the information is not immediately available, but I am having inquiries made and will communicate with the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Hughes

When the right hon. and learned Gentleman is making his inquiries, will he also consider the question of keeping the building workers on jobs so that they will be able to get on with the programme of 300,000 houses?

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