§ Mr. MILLSasked the Minister of Labour if she is aware of the congested conditions prevailing at Erith and Dartford; and whether any plans have yet 3140W been prepared or approved for new premises nearer to the centres of the respective areas?
§ Miss BONDFIELDNo, Sir. I am not aware that congested conditions prevail at the Erith and Dartford Exchanges, and I understand that their situation is regarded as reasonably convenient for employers and workpeople.
§ Mr. MILLSasked the Minister of Labour whether any branch premises of Erith, Dartford and Gravesend Exchanges are in contemplation, in view of the large numbers of men, women and adolescents at present journeying from Welling, Bexley Heath, East Wickham, Bexley, Greenhithe, Swanscombe and Stone?
§ Miss BONDFIELDThe information at present before me does not appear to justify the opening of additional offices in these areas, but I am having further inquiry made and will communicate with my hon. Friend.