HC Deb 09 July 1930 vol 241 c423
63. Mr. MATHERS

asked the First Commissioner of Works whether he is now in a position to make an announcement regarding the conditions of service of the employés of contractors who are entrusted with the performance of work for his Department in Edinburgh?

The FIRST COMMISSIONER of WORKS (Mr. Lansbury)

I am considering a proposal to take into direct employment certain men now employed by contractors in Edinburgh, but am not at the moment in a position to make a state-merit on the matter.

Mr. MATHERS

In view of the length of time that this matter has been under consideration, can the right hon. Member give any indication when a decision is likely to be made?

Mr. LANSBURY

If my hon. Friend will exercise a little more patience I shall be able to give him a satisfactory answer.