§ Mr. INSKIPasked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware that there is a demand by cabinet makers and upholsterers in Bristol for the return of their skilled men; whether numbers of these men are employed in making fighting aeroplanes; and whether, in view of the fact that the local Labour Exchanges are not able to supply any men, he will take steps either to secure the release of the men making aeroplanes or to divert skilled men to Bristol?
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§ Mr. WARDLEI am aware that there is an unsatisfied demand for cabinet makers and upholsterers in Bristol. I understand that a certain number of such men are engaged upon aeroplane work under the Air Ministry, and I am communicating with the Air Ministry as to the possibility of their release. Meanwhile every effort is being made by the Bristol Employment Exchange to obtain the labour required from other localities, but I should point out that the demand for men of this class throughout the country exceeds the supply.