45. Mr. Creech Jonesasked the Prime Minister when the cable and wireless agreement will be submitted to Parliament for approval; and whether ample time will be given for the consideration of the position of the staffs affected?
§ The Prime Minister (Mr. Chamberlain)Legislation will be required to implement the agreement, and when it is brought forward there will be an opportunity for full discussion to take place. I have no reason to suppose that the agreement will have any adverse effect on the staffs concerned.
Mr. Creech JonesCan the right hon. Gentleman give us any idea of when this legislation is likely to be brought forward?
§ The Prime MinisterI cannot give any exact date, but I think it will not be long after the Recess.