§ 4. Mr. Parkerasked the Minister of Labour whether he is aware that there is a widespread feeling that the basis of the present cost-of-living index is out of date and particularly unsatisfactory in wartime; and whether a new basis will now be adopted following the recent family budget inquiry?
§ Mr. AsshetonThe publication of the information given in the budgets obtained is not yet completed. When this has reached a more advanced stage my right hon. Friend proposes to consider the whole question in consultation with the Advisory Committee which was appointed in connection with this inquiry.