§ Mr. Craven-Ellisasked the Minister of Agriculture whether he is aware of the difficulties due to shortage of man-power in the agricultural industry; and why he has not asked for the Essential Work Order to be applied to this industry?
§ Mr. T. WilliamsAgricultural workers are already prevented from obtaining employment outside the industry through the operation of the Undertakings (Restriction on Engagement) Order, and I do not think that the labour supply position in agriculture would be affected by bringing the industry under the Essential Work Order.