§ 90. Mr. Popplewellasked the Minister of Labour what alternative employment his regional office has available for the 229 men who are to become unemployed in October when the Parsons Marine Turbine Co. Ltd., Newcastle-upon-Tyne, closes down.
§ 91. Mr. Shortasked the Minister of Labour what steps he is taking to offset redundancy at Parson's Marine Turbine Co. Ltd., Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
§ Mr. WhitelawI understand that about 100 men may become redundant at these works by October. In general, the prospects of finding alternative employment for them are reasonably good, but there may be difficulty in individual cases. The full facilities of our Department will be available to any who seek our help.