§ 52. Mr. Edwin Wainwrightasked the Secretary of State for Employment if he is aware that Priestley's factory, Wombwell, is closing; and what action his Department intends to take to provide jobs for those persons who are declared redundant.
§ Mr. BryanMy Department's local officers will do everything possible to help those made redundant to secure alternative employment, including the offer of training opportunities where appropriate. Arrangements have already been made to register workpeople in advance of their discharge and to canvass other firms for suitable vacancies.