HC Deb 17 December 1935 vol 307 cc1556-7
86. Mr. MATHERS

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is now in a position to state the personnel of the committee he is appointing to examine the conditions of employment and remuneration of farm workers in Scotland; what are the terms of reference; and when their report may be expected?

Sir G. COLLINS

I regret I am not yet in a position to make an announcement regarding this committee.

Mr. MATHERS

If I repeat the question on Thursday does the right hon. Gentleman think tint he might be able to answer it? May I ask in the meantime what proportion of labour representatives he proposes to include in the Committee of Inquiry?

Sir G. COLLINS

In reply to the last part of the hon. Member's supplementary question I will say that every step will be taken to secure an impartial and representative authority. If I am in a position to answer on Thursday I will communicate with the hon. Gentleman.

Mr. H. STEWART

Will the right hon. Gentleman ensure that the collective agreements between farm servants and their masters may be considered in the course of this inquiry?

Sir G. COLLINS

That will undoubtedly be considered.