22. Mr. F. HALLasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether it is the intention of the Government to introduce a Bill dealing with workmen's compensation?
§ Mr. SHORTTThe position has already been explained in the replies given to the previous questions asked by my hon. Friend. The subject is controversial, and no legislation could be undertaken this Session except on the basis of an agreement. As my hon. Friend is aware, enquiries were being made as to the possibility of securing such an agreement for a limited Bill, but they were interrupted by the present industrial crisis. Negotiations will be resumed when a more favourable situation permits, but I am afraid that the prospects of obtaining any legislation this summer are now very small.