§ Mr. Woodburnasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour whether his decision to cancel all holidays is binding only during the present serious crisis; and whether, in view of the possible loss of efficiency due to influenza 265W and other winter epidemics, he hopes to be able to advise the granting, later in the season, of leave to workers of all kinds where this can be arranged without interference with effective production?
§ Mr. AsshetonIn present circumstances it is obviously impossible to add anything to the statement I made on this subject last week. I would, however, remind the hon. Member that I then emphasised the necessity for the provision of rest periods for individuals even on urgent priority work.