HC Deb 17 December 1942 vol 385 cc2045-6
3. Mr. William Brown

asked the Minister of Labour whether, in taking account of the terms of well established industrial arrangements which he has power to accept as an alternative to the machinery of appeal under the Essential Work Order, he will ensure that all unions are given equal rights of representation in respect of their own members within the established machinery, before he decides that it is a suitable alternative?

Mr. Bevin

No, Sir; it would not be practicable for me to give such an undertaking.

Mr. Brown

In view of the importance of the principle involved, I beg to give notice that I will raise this matter on the Adjournment at the first opportunity.

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