HC Deb 17 April 1913 vol 51 c2150W
Mr. FIELD

asked what is delaying the establishment of the repair shop in Dublin recommended by the Factories Committee; and, when it is established, how many civilians will be employed in the repair establishments in Great Britain and Ireland respectively?

Mr. HERBERT SAMUEL

The question of the arrangements for telegraph and telephone repairs in Ireland has proved a difficult one to settle, and for the present the existing arrangements are being maintained, pending further consideration of the whole matter. I am not able to say how many civilians will be employed in Great Britain and Ireland respectively when the repair shop recommended by the Factories Committee has been established.