HC Deb 02 April 1914 vol 60 c1346
63. Mr. WILLIAM THORNE

asked the Home Secretary whether Messrs Baxter and Thrippleton, dyers and finishers, of St. Ann's Mill, Birstall, Leeds, are contractors to the Department; if he is aware that this firm are paying a less rate of wages than that prevailing at other firms, in accordance with the agreement entered into by workmen's associations; and if he will intimate to the firm that the rate current in the district must be adhered to?

Mr. McKENNA

This firm have a contract with the Prison Department. I am not aware that they pay a lower rate of wages than other firms, but I will inquire into the matter.