§ Mr. Ellis Smithasked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware that the output and productivity of export industries is restricted by the policy of Her Majesty's Government in regard to the provision of accommodation for, and payment of insurance benefits to, the workers in these industries; and what steps he will take to remedy this situation and to secure a greater mobility of the labour force.
§ Mr. HareI am aware that some firms engaged in work for the export market are affected by labour shortages, but I do not agree that these are caused by the factors mentioned. There is in fact a good deal of mobility between industries and between different parts of the country. The Employment Exchange service is available to assist workers 91W wishing to change their jobs, and financial help is given to unemployed workers who move away from home to take up employment.