§ 41. Captain FAIRFAXasked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware of the dispute between Messrs. Boulton and Paul and the workers in their wire-netting department at Norwich; and whether, having regard to the continuance of the stoppage of work, he will take steps to effect a settlement of the dispute?
§ Mr. BETTERTONI am aware of the dispute to which my hon. and gallant Friend refers. My Department has been in constant touch with both sides and will continue to take such action as is possible to assist in reach a settlement.
§ Captain FAIRFAXHas the hon. Gentleman formed the view that safeguarding this industry would afford a solution of the dispute; and, if so, will he use his influence with the Board of Trade in that direction?
§ Mr. SPEAKERThis Minister does not deal with safeguarding.