HC Deb 18 May 1931 vol 252 cc1589-90
53. Lady NOEL-BUXTON

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether, in view of the reduction of farm wages by the Suffolk Agricultural Wages Committee, he will consider the introduction of legislation to establish a central board with power to fix farm wages?

Dr. ADDISON

The situation brought about by the recent decision of the Suffolk Agricultural Wages Committee is receiving my careful consideration, including the suggestion contained in the question by my Noble Friend.

Mr. C. WILLIAMS

May I ask if prices have anything to do with this reduction in wages, and, if so, what the right hon. Gentleman is going to do about it?