HC Deb 04 July 1940 vol 362 c980
14. Mr. Mander

asked the Minister of Labour what guidance and suggestions it is proposed to give to those engaged in industry with a view to the formation of suitable types of works councils for the consideration of industrial matters of mutual interest in their works; and whether he will take steps to see that the experience of his Department is made available to all those interested?

Mr. Bevin

Whitley Councils and joint machinery generally cover a very wide field of industry, and in this way a variety of forms of workshop organisation has been established. I take the view that this matter is best handled through joint machinery of this character.

Mr. Mander

Could not the great experience of the Ministry of Labour and all the information which it has in this matter be placed at the disposal of anybody interested in the problem?

Mr. Bevin

I did that before I entered the House.

Mr. Mander

Will you continue doing it?

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