HC Deb 12 June 1918 vol 106 cc2196-7
33. Mr. C. DUNCAN

asked the Undersecretary of State for War whether he is aware that there are workmen employed at the Army Ordnance Department at Shorncliffe whose wages with war bonus are 30s., 31s., and 32s. per week; whether he is aware that on these wages the men find it impossible to live; and whether he will give his attention to have this matter inquired into and rectified?

Mr. FORSTER

The men's claim has been referred to the Ministry of Labour with a view to settlement by arbitration.