HC Deb 29 October 1936 vol 316 cc6-7
3. Mr.LYONS

asked the Minister of Labour whether he can make any further statement of his progress with reference to a shorter working week?

Mr. E. BROWN

I hope to be able to issue shortly the White Paper referred to in the reply which I gave my hon. and learned Friend on 30th July last.

Mr. LYONS

Is my right hon. Friend in a position to say whether any arrangements have been made for a discussion of this White Paper when it is issued?

Mr. RHYS DAVIES

Will the right hon. Gentleman consult with the representatives of the distributive trade, which could afford a shorter working week better than most?

Mr. BROWN

The hon. Member had better await the White Paper, which will be published quite shortly.

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