§ 24. Mr. E. SMITHasked the Minister of Labour whether he can make a statement as to the circumstances of the trade 1939 dispute at the Michelin Tyre Company, Stoke-on-Trent?
§ Lieut.-Colonel MUIRHEADI understand that the immediate cause of this dispute was the dismissal of two workmen for disciplinary reasons and the refusal of the firm to enter into discussions with the trade union of which these men are members. My Department have been in communication with the firm and with the union, and should any opportunity present itself for assisting towards the settlement of the dispute they will not fail to take advantage of it.