HC Deb 23 March 1948 vol 448 cc307-8W
38. Mr. Randall

asked the Minister of Labour if he will consider the establishment of a rehabilitation centre for disabled

made available; and the number of children these day nurseries have accommodated;

(2) if he will state in detail the arrangements, including the provision of huts, now made with the Ministry of Works in connection with the extension of day nursery facilities for children of women operatives; and when he expects this programme to be completed.

Mr. Ness Edwards

I intend to issue periodical progress reports regarding the recruitment of workers for the cotton industry, and I will consider whether the progress made in regard to day nurseries can be included in these reports. As a first step, 50 huts have been made available by Ministry of Works for employers and local authorities in the cotton districts who need them in order to provide day nursery facilities. Officers of our Department are available for consultation by all cotton employers wishing to set up day nurseries who are encountering difficulties, e.g., in getting materials in short supply, and the Ministry of Works are giving all assistance in their power in overcoming difficulties. I cannot forecast when this programme will be completed.