Woolwich Arsenal (Plant and Labour)

Oral Answers to Questions — Ministry of Supply – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 16 Mehefin 1947.

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Photo of Major Ernest Bramall Major Ernest Bramall , Bexley 12:00, 16 Mehefin 1947

asked the Minister of Supply, whether he will take steps without delay to remove the present disquiet in Woolwich Arsenal at the failure to use the plant available there to manufacture machinery and other essentials in short supply, and the consequent waste of both plant and labour.

Photo of Mr John Wilmot Mr John Wilmot , Deptford

The matter has been considered by the Ministry of Supply Joint Industrial Council, and has been referred to the Central Production Committee for further consideration.

Photo of Major Ernest Bramall Major Ernest Bramall , Bexley

Would my right hon. Friend bear in mind that there is considerable disturbance of mind among the employees at Woolwich Arsenal when they are called upon to "work or want" and at the same time see the resources of their workplace not being fully used?