HC Deb 11 March 1952 vol 497 c1246
26. Mr. J. A. Sparks

asked the Minister of Labour how many persons of foreign nationality were admitted to this country to take up employment each year during the past five years; and what were the principal industries they entered.

Sir W. Monckton

The information available includes tables of figures, and, if I may, I will circulate the reply in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Mr. Sparks

Is there scope for further admission of foreign nationals, and in which industries in particular could they usefully be placed?

Sir W. Monckton

I will look into that. I am not aware of the answer at the moment.

Following is the reply: