Mr. RICHARDSONasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that a number of ex-service men who have refused to continue their employment in connection with the drainage scheme under the Sow and Penk Drainage Board and river cleaning at Great Haywood, in consequence of the conditions of work and pay, have been refused relief; and whether he will approach the guardians on this matter and ascertain whether their refusal to give relief is justified under the circumsatnces?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSMy attention has not previously been called to this case. I will make inquiries and communicate with the hon. Member.