41. Mr. Ted Fletcherasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what percentage increase has taken place in the employment of factory inspectors since 1960.
§ Mr. FernyhoughBetween 1960 and 1968 the establishment of factory inspectors increased by 34.6 per cent. and the effective strength by 30 per cent.
Mr. FletcherDoes my hon. Friend agree that the number of factory inspectors is still inadequate, and will he say what representations he has received from the Trades Union Congress to increase the number?
§ Mr. FernyhoughI cannot answer the last part of my hon. Friend's question without notice. I accept that there are not enough inspectors—I have said that we are under establishment—and this is why we are constantly advertising for more men who have the necessary skills.