§ 62. Mr. Swinglerasked the Minister of Supply why Her Majesty's Government's policy of encouraging fit men to stay on at work after the normal retirement age is not being applied at the Royal Ordnance factory at Radway Green.
§ Mr. SandysOur policy is to retain employees in the Royal Ordnance factories so long as they are willing, fit and efficient, and there is continued need for their services. Radway Green is no exception to this rule.
§ 66. Mr. G. Thomasasked the Minister of Supply whether he is aware of the anxiety of employees at the Royal Ordnance factory, Llanishen, concerning the dangers of redundancy due to lack of contracts; and what steps he is taking to ensure full employment in this establishment.
§ Mr. SandysYes. I am afraid that some reduction will have to be made in the labour force at this factory over the next few months. This is due to the fact that an order for reconditioning service vehicles has now come to an end and that no other suitable work is available. The position is about to be discussed with the workpeople through our normal consultative machinery.