HC Deb 18 June 1912 vol 39 c1486
52. Mr. RAMSAY MACDONALD

asked whether it is proposed that the Industrial Council is to take evidence in the inquiry into industrial agreements in public; and whether that evidence is to be published?

The PRIME MINISTER

I am informed that the Industrial Council are of opinion that the hearing of any evidence which the Council may take upon the matter referred to them should be open to the Press, and the notes of the evidence ultimately be published.