§ 1. Sir P. Hannonasked the Minister of Works the number of brickworks closed during the war which are still out of operation; and if the opening of the brick yards and tile works will be expedited as rapidly as possible.
§ Mr. TomlinsonOf the 925 brickworks closed during the war, licences for production have been issued to all but 373. The answer to the latter part of the Question is in the affirmative.
§ 2. Mr. Leslieasked the Minister of Works how many brick works have been reopened in the North of England; and what provision has been made for the necessary labour supply.
§ Mr. TomlinsonLicences have been issued to 325 brickworks in the North of England, and of these 123 produced finished bricks in January of this year. A considerable number of men have already been released under Class "B" and applications have been submitted for the release of all brickyard workers particulars of whom have been provided by their employers. All other possible steps will be taken to provide the necessary labour for these works.