HC Deb 31 July 1936 vol 315 cc1881-2W
Mr. THORNE

asked the Minister of Labour how many advisory committees have been set up in the county of Essex under the Unemployment Assistance Board; and if he can state the geographical position of such committees, the name and qualifications of the chairman appointed, and when it is expected that they will begin their duties?

Mr. E. BROWN

The information is being obtained from the Board and will be communicated to the hon. Member.

Mr. COCKS

asked the Minister of Labour whether he can give a list of the advisory committees set up in the county of Nottingham, with the names of the members of these committees?

Mr. E. BROWN

Two local Advisory Committees are being set up to serve the County of Nottingham. The following table shows the areas allocated to each of these Committees and the names of the Chairmen. Substantial progress has been made in the appointment of the members of these Committees, but it has not yet reached a stage for either at which it would be proper to publish a list.

Unemployment Assistance Board.
Advisory Committees serving the County of Nottingham.
Advisory Committees. Chairmen.
City of Nottingham and District. W. J. Clarkson.
Mansfield, Worksop and Districts Alderman S. H. Clay, J.P.

Mr. BATEY

asked the Minister of Labour whether any payments will be made to the chairmen of the advisory committees or to other members; and, if so, the amounts?

Mr. E. BROWN

No emoluments are payable to a Chairman or other Member of an Advisory Committee. Travelling and other allowances in respect of expenses (including compensation for loss of remunerative time) will be payable on the scale laid down generally for persons attending committees and other bodies set up in connection with the public service.