HC Deb 25 March 1952 vol 498 c45W
122. Mr. Ness Edwards

asked the Minister of Labour what steps have been taken, or are to be taken, to safeguard the European volunteer workers brought to this country by his Department, in view of the redundancy occurring in the industries for which they were recruited.

Sir W. Monckton

The benefits of the social services are available to European volunteer workers who are in need and the employment exchanges will help those who register to find new employment.

Mr. Lee

asked the Minister of Labour what arrangements are being made to ensure the welfare of foreign workers who are now unemployed or working short-time as a result of the recession in the Lancashire cotton industry.

Sir W. Monckton

The benefits of the social services are available to foreign workers who are in need and the employment exchanges will help those who register to find employment.