§ Mr. Peter Smithersasked the Minister of Labour whether he has considered the position arising as a result of the redistribution of locomotive construction and repair work on the British Railways; and whether he is satisfied that unemployment will not be caused thereby at the Eastleigh locomotive works.
§ Mr. RobensAccording to my information, there has been no substantial redistribution of locomotive construction and repair work on British Railways. Some readjustments as a result of economies have taken place, but these have not resulted in redundancy. The employment exchange has been given advance information of the impending discharge, due to shortages of materials, of 50 workers from Eastleigh carriage and wagon department and steps are being taken to assist these men to secure other suitable employment.