HC Deb 16 June 1953 vol 516 cc52-3W
Mr. Gower

asked the Minister of Labour how many deferments of call-up have been granted, and how many refused, to agricultural workers in the county of Glamorgan during the past three months.

Mr. Watkinson

During the three months ended 31st May, 75 applications for deferment were granted, and 2 refused.

Mr. Gower

asked the Minister of Labour how many deferments of call-up have been granted, and how many refused, to agricultural workers in the Principality of Wales, including Monmouthshire, during the last three months.

Mr. Watkinson

During the three months ended 31st May, 896 applications for deferment were granted, and 29 refused.