HC Deb 28 May 1936 vol 312 cc2184-5
64. Mr. de ROTHSCHILD

asked the Minister of Agriculture the rates of wages now being paid to the various classes of employés in the Ely beet-sugar factory; and whether these are in accordance with the rates required by the Sugar Industry (Reorganisation) Act?

Mr. ELLIOT

I am having inquiries made into these matters, and will communicate with my hon. Friend as soon as possible.

Mr. de ROTHSCHILD

Is the Minister aware that there is discrimination in the rates paid to men doing the same work; and will he see that such discrimination is abolished now that the Act is in force?

Mr. ELLIOT

I will inquire into all the relevant circumstances.

Mr. PALING

Will this information be printed in the OFFICIAL REPORT?

Mr. ELLIOT

Not unless another question is put down.