§ Mr. Eadieasked the Secretary of State for Employment in what areas of Great Britain it has been reported to him that difficulty has been encountered in recruiting labour to assist in the exploration of North Sea oil; and what are the numbers involved.
§ Mr. Dudley SmithI am not aware of any current problems in recruiting such labour. However, if the hon. Member will let me know of any difficulties in 151W particular areas my Department will do everything possible to help the employers concerned to overcome them.