§ Sir R. Glynasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware of the difficulty that employers of labour experience in ascertaining what are the best methods, and what should be the cost per head of employés affected, in constructing splinter and gas-proof accommodation for workers employed in factories and workshops; and whether he will consider setting up a committee of expert engineers and architects, who could examine schemes and plans and, free of cost, advise on the proper steps that should be taken in this branch of air-raid precautions?
§ Mr. LloydMy Department issued Handbook No. 6 entitled "Air Raid Precautions for Factories and Business Premises" which was drawn up in consultation with technical advisers. Further information will be supplied in publications now in preparation. The most practical way of obtaining reasonable protection must differ according to the type and location of buildings, but it is thought that from the general information already supplied employers will be able to work out suitable schemes for their particular circumstances.