§ Mr. William Hamiltonasked the Minister of Labour what plans he has for ensuring that middle-aged men who become prematurely redundant consequent on expedited pit closures are offered alternative employment in their own area.
§ Mr. GunterMy local offices will do all they can to put those who need it in touch with alternative employment and have instructions to promote the employment of older workers. The facilities of the Industrial Rehabilitation Units (of which I am providing four more in the areas mainly affected) are available to provide special vocational guidance and rehabilitation for those that need it. My right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade has already announced measures to attract new industries to those areas most likely to be affected.