Man-Power (Prisoners of War)

Oral Answers to Questions — Housing – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 11 April 1945.

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Photo of Major Abraham Lyons Major Abraham Lyons , Leicester East 12:00, 11 April 1945

asked the Minister of Works what decision has now been reached on the question of useful employment of prisoners of war on such urgent work as the preparation of housing sites, main drainage and sewerage extensions.

Photo of Mr Duncan Sandys Mr Duncan Sandys , Lambeth Norwood

The employment of prisoners of war on work of this kind is at present being considered, but I am not yet in a position to add anything to the statement I made on March 23rd.

Photo of Major Abraham Lyons Major Abraham Lyons , Leicester East

In view of the pressing need for work of this character to be completed, can the right hon. gentleman expedite a decision?