§ 61. Mr. BARNESasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is aware that at the Gourock Torpedo Works engineers, instrument makers, coppersmiths, braziers, and sheet-metal workers are being started at a wage below the district rate of 38s. 3d. per week; and whether he will make inquiries into the matter and see that the proper rate is paid?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAThe following changes will take place, dating as from 1st June: The starting rate of mechanics will be raised from 37s. to 38s. a week. The mean rate for skilled labourers will be raised from 25s. to 26s. The labourers' rate will be raised from 22s. to 23s.