§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from the town clerk of Manchester with regard to apprentice employment in the city of Manchester's direct works department; what reply he is sending; if he proposes to take any action; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. StanleyMy right hon. Friend has received from the right hon. Members for Manchester, Ardwick (Mr. Kaufman) and Manchester, Openshaw (Mr. Morris), copies of a letter dated 14 May. I will send the right hon. Member a copy of the reply.