HC Deb 18 May 1950 vol 475 c187W
Mr. Perkins

asked the Minister of Labour the total number of persons directed under the Control of Engagement Order.

Mr. Isaacs

During the period 6th October, 1947, to 13th March, 1950, that the Control of Engagement was in force, 29 persons were directed to take new employment and 668 persons were directed to remain in coalmining or agricultural employment.