HC Deb 24 June 1941 vol 372 cc967-8W
Mr. Ness Edwards

asked the Minister of Labour whether he will take such steps as are necessary to enable persons over the age of 65 years, who are otherwise physically fit, voluntarily to register at the exchanges for work within their capacity?

Mr Bevin

I am anxious that persons over the age of 65 years who are available and fit for work should register at employment exchanges and there is no obstacle to their doing so.

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