§ 9. Mr. GALLACHERasked the Minister of Labour how many of the young women workers employed at the Haig distilleries, Markinch, prior to the recent strike there have been reinstated and how many have not yet been taken on again; and whether, in view of the fact that overtime is being worked in the duty-paid department, he will make representations to the firm to secure the reinstatement of those young women who have not received their jobs back?
§ Mr. E. BROWNI am making further inquiry into the position, and will inform the hon. Member of the result as soon as possible.
§ Mr. BENJAMIN SMITHCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether these people are in an organised trade union and, if 2606 so, whether any negotiations have been conducted?
§ Mr. BROWNI prefer to add nothing to what I have said. I have had some correspondence about this matter, and I will complete my inquiries. If the hon. Member desires information I shall be glad to let him have it.