HC Deb 14 December 1939 vol 355 c1235
9. Mr. Mathers

asked the Minister of Labour whether he can now give the date when the minimum wage rates proposed by the Scottish Baking Trade Board will become operative; and when the measure to speed up the machinery of the trade board will be passed?

Mr. E. Brown

Assuming that the rates proposed are fixed by the trade board and confirmed, they will become operative about the middle of February next. With regard to the second part of the question, discussions with representatives of employers and workers are still proceeding.

Mr. Mathers

That is the point. Are there no means of making these rates and conditions operative more quickly?

Mr. Brown

None whatever.

Mr. Robert Gibson

Is the right hon. Gentleman doing everything to expedite this matter?

Mr. Brown

I certainly am.