HC Deb 20 May 1946 vol 423 c6
6. Mr. A. Edward Davies

asked the Minister of Transport to what extent it is estimated this year's holiday transport will be improved as the result of staggering annual holidays.

Mr. Barnes

It is not possible to estimate the contribution which will be made to the improvement of holiday transport this year by the staggering of holidays, but I am glad to say that a great deal of useful work is being done in this direction, which cannot fail to be of assistance.

Mr. Davies

Can my right hon. Friend say if there is any documentary evidence yet forthcoming from his right hon. Friend the Minister of Labour arising from the joint negotiations of the trade unions and trade interests which, I think, took place some time ago?

Mr. Barnes

I could not say specifically in regard to the conference referred to, but there is cumulative evidence that the Ministry of Labour is proceeding with the matter.