HC Deb 02 December 1943 vol 395 c491
4. Sir L. Lyle

asked the Minister of Labour what representations he has received in favour of raising the salary limit in unemployment insurance to £600 a year; and what reasons were given for the suggestion?

Mr. Bevin

I would refer my hon. Friend to the reply given yesterday to a very similar Question put by the hon. Member for East Bradford (Mr. Hepworth).

Mr. Shinwell

As some hon. Members may be unemployed after the next General Election will the right hon. Gentleman not give serious consideration to this matter?

Mr. Bevin

We hope to have the Beveridge Scheme ready by then.

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