Lieut.-Commander Clark Hutchisonasked the Minister of Labour the latest figure of men released from the Forces under Class B for. employment in the building industry; and the date upon which this figure was compiled.
§ Mr. Isaacs60,157 men were reported as released from the Forces in Class B for employment in the building industry up to 15th January, the latest date for which the information has been compiled.
Mr. Shawcrossasked the Minister of Labour if, in view of the considerable number of joiners unemployed in the Borough of Widnes owing to the shortage of bricklayers and other building tradesmen, he will consider accelerating the release under Class B of all building operatives now in the Forces, so that there shall be a balanced labour force in all parts of the country where it is required.
§ Mr. IsaacsI would refer my hon. Friend to my reply to his similar Question on 5th February.