§ 69. Captain Pilkingtonasked the Minister of Labour whether local employment exchanges are informed as soon as a possible redundancy is foreseen in a Government factory or establishment; how long a period of warning is usually given; and what steps are then taken.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodIn general, advance notice is given to my Department by Government establishments, sometimes months beforehand. My officers then discuss the proposed redundancy with the management, and interview and advise the redundant workers in advance of their discharge.