Oral Answers to Questions — Malta (Emigration)

– in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 5 Mawrth 1947.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Brigadier Sir Harry Mackeson Brigadier Sir Harry Mackeson , Hythe 12:00, 5 Mawrth 1947

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many persons in Malta are desirous of emigrating; and if he will publish in the OFFICIAL REPORT a full and detailed list of those concerned, showing their trades and occupations.

Mr. Creech Jones:

The number of persons registered with the Emigration Department in Malta as desirous of emigrating is 11,692. The full details requested in the latter part of the Question have not yet been received from Malta, but they are expected shortly and when they arrive I shall communicate with the hon. and gallant Member.

Photo of Brigadier Sir Harry Mackeson Brigadier Sir Harry Mackeson , Hythe

Would the right hon. Gentleman also give this information to some of his colleagues, including the Minister of Labour, in view of the fact that many of these skilled workmen would be of great use not only to this country but also to the Dominions?

Mr. Creech Jones:

Yes, Sir. We are in communication with the Ministry of Labour and we hope that many of these men can be absorbed here.