§ Mr. WHEATLEYasked the Minister of Labour the number of women granted benefit last year at each of the Glasgow Exchanges, the number refused, and similar figures for men?
§ Sir A. STEEL-MAITLANDThis information is being prepared, and will be circulated in the OFFICIAL REPORT.
2200Wcases where the margin left after the payment of standing weekly charges makes it impossible for a sufficiency of food and clothing to be provided; and whether he will have an inquiry made into conditions in the iron and steel areas, with a view to special help being given at once to these necessitous towns?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINI have seen a newspaper report on this subject, and I observe that the medical officer has suggested that what is required is some closer co-operation with the guardians. On my present information, I see no reason to contemplate such an inquiry as is suggested.