HC Deb 19 December 1929 vol 233 cc1656-7W
Mr. REMER

asked the Minister of Labour if she is aware of the number of musicians who are out of employment through the change in cinemas from silent to talking films; that many of these musicians are not insurable under the National Insurance Acts; and if she will take steps to meet their difficulties?

Miss BONDFIELD

I have no reliable information as to the extent to which employment available for musicians has been reduced owing to this cause, and regret that there is no special assistance which I can give. I may mention that musicians employed under a contract of service are insurable under the Unemployment Insurance Acts if their rate of remuneration does not exceed £250 per annum.