asked the Minister of Labour whether he is satisfied with the results of the Government's training schemes for the building trades; and what percentage of trainees have obtained employment in the trades for which they have been trained.

Yes, Sir; 90.5 per cent. of all building trade trainees have found employment in their trade and action to place the remainder continues.

Has not some difficulty arisen in respect of trained bricklayers, joiners and electricians, and if that is so, in view of the great demand for houses, would it not be good policy to discuss the difficulties with the trade unions responsible for them?

That step has already been taken some little time ago and we have every prospect and hope of overcoming the difficulty.

Will the Minister say whether, in the course of training, the advantages of payment by results is preached?

No, Sir, not so far as the Ministry is concerned. Our task is to see that the men are adequately trained.