§ 58. Mr. Moneyasked the Secretary of State for Employment on what date he was informed of the proposal by Newton 75W Chambers and Company to close Ransomes and Rapier at Ipswich; and what steps he is taking to find alternative employment.
§ Mr. Chichester-ClarkMy Department was informed on 22nd June, 1972. We shall of course do everything possible to help those who may be made redundant including the use of "job teams" to interview workpeople in advance of their discharge, special canvasses of employers for vacancies, and advice on opportunities for training and retraining.