HC Deb 15 March 1956 vol 550 c65W
97. Mr. Beswick

asked the Minister of Labour if he is aware of the short-time working now in operation at the Electrical and Musical Industries works at Hayes, and the proposal to make up to 1,800 men redundant; and what action he has taken in the matter.

Mr. Iain Macleod

Yes. My local officers are in close touch with the situation and with the co-operation of the employers, workers are being encouraged to register in advance so that efforts to find alternative work for them may begin before their present work ends.