HC Deb 06 December 1933 vol 283 cc1478-9
36. Mr. HENDERSON STEWART

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what proposals he has received for the provision, except during hay and harvest time, of a statutory weekly half-holiday for farm servants in Scotland?

Sir G. COLLINS

I have not received any proposals of the kind mentioned by my hon. Friend.

Mr. STEWART

Is my right hon. Friend aware that there is a strong desire on the part of these farm servants for this right, a desire which is not opposed by the National Farmers' Union, and will he in these circumstances take steps to explore the matter further?

Sir G. COLLINS

No such information as that indicated by my hon. Friend has reached me, but I will make inquiries.