asked the Home Secretary whether he will consider the desirability of promoting legislation to restrict the number of aliens employed in any one business or establishment in this country, in view of the condition of the unemployed British people?

A proposal to this effect was considered when the Aliens' Restriction Act, 1919, was before the House, and was found impracticable. A somewhat similar point was dealt with by the Minister of Labour, in answer to questions on 21st February and 6th March, and I do not contemplate legislation in the matter.

asked the Minister of Labour whether consideration has been given to the representations made to him in February by a deputation from the general council of the Trades Union Congress regarding the position of aliens resident in this country for many years, and whether any decision has been reached as to the period of domicility which will entitle aliens to receive the un-covenanted benefit?

This is one of the matters discussed when the Un-employment Insurance Bill was before the House, on which my right hon. Friend the Minister of Labour promised consideration. No decision has yet been reached, but there will be no avoidable delay dealing with the matter.