HC Deb 22 January 1930 vol 234 cc206-7
28. Mr. KELLY

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he has sanctioned an increase in the payments to the officers and men employed in the lights service of Trinity House?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. W. R. Smith)

The basic pay of the officers and men employed in the general grades of the lights service of Trinity House was settled by awards made by the Industrial Court in 1927, and no increases have been granted since those awards were promulgated.

Mr. KELLY

In view of the splendid services rendered by these men during recent months and the hazardous tasks which they have undertaken, will the Board of Trade see that they are adequately paid for the work?

Mr. SMITH

If there are any special cases that need attention, I am sure that it will be given to them.