HC Deb 15 May 1963 vol 677 cc156-7W
71. Mr. W. Hamilton

asked the Minister of Labour if he is aware that building trade workers in Glenrothes and in other parts of Scotland have been given notice following the closure of a large building firm; and whether, with a view to finding them employment. he will make an inquiry into the circumstances of this closure and the consequent redundancies.

Mr. Whitelaw

The firm withdrew the notices two days after they had been issued, and our local officers are doing all they can to help them re-engage the men. I do not think an inquiry would serve any useful purpose.