HC Deb 09 July 1936 vol 314 c1377
20. Mr. BROOKE

asked the Home Secretary the reason for His Majesty's Government's refusal to ratify the International Labour Convention of 1925 concerning workmen's compensation for accidents; and whether it is on account of the obligation which would ensue from Article 11 to introduce a system of compulsory insurance against the insolvency of employers?

Sir J. SIMON

I would refer the hon. Member to the answer which I gave the hon. Member for the Shipley Division (Mr. Creech Jones) on 31st March.

Mr. BROOKE

How many countries have ratified the Convention, or, alternatively, in how many countries does compulsory insurance against insolvency of employers exist?

Sir J. SIMON

I could not say without notice.

Mr. BROOKE

May I put down another question?

Sir J. SIMON

I shall be very glad to answer it.

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