HC Deb 19 March 1942 vol 378 c1677W
Mr. Craven-Ellis

asked the Prime Minister whether he will move for the appointment of a Select Committee to investigate the misuse of man-power in Government Departments, controlled industry and transport?

Mr. Attlee

The various Government Departments responsible for the organisation of public business and industry are fully aware of the importance of the economical use of man-power. Many steps have already been taken in this connection and the matter is under constant examination and review. I do not think that a Select Committee would usefully assist in the work which is already being done.