HC Deb 18 March 1946 vol 420 c284W
127. Mr. Henderson Stewart

asked the Minister of Labour if he is aware that Jamaicans, who in the past have been loaned to the U.S.A. for agricultural work, are willing to offer themselves for similar work in this country during the summer months; and, in view of the shortage of labour which islikely to affect the harvest, if he will explore the possibilities of using this labour from the Empire.

Mr. Isaacs

The possibility of bringing West Indian labour to this country for agricultural work has been carefully considered by the Departments concerned, but owing to shipping, accommodation and other difficulties has been found impracticable.