§ Mr. O'GRADYasked whether contracts for telephone work are still being placed with the Peel Connor Company, of Manchester; whether he is aware that the firm have continually violated the fair-wage clause of Government contracts; if any inquiries have been made in the matter; and what steps will be taken to ensure the due observance by this firm of the terms of the fair-wage clause?
§ Mr. HERBERT SAMUELI have made inquiry into the allegations made against this firm, but the point in dispute raises a question of some difficulty and a further investigation is necessary and is about to be made. I will communicate shortly with the hon. Member with regard to the matter.