HC Deb 28 May 1946 vol 423 c967
21. Mr. Marples

asked the Minister of Works whether the building department of the London Co-operative Society, 54 Maryland Street, E.15, has been given a certificate by his Department under Defence Regulation 56AB; and what are the rates of pay paid by this firm.

Mr. Tomlinson

The London Cooperative Society Ltd. was granted a certificate of registration, in respect of its building department, in September, 1941. I am informed that the rates of wages being paid by this firm to building operatives are, 2s. 8½d. per hour to craftsmen, and 2s. 2¼d. per hour to labourers.

Mr. Marples

Is the right hon. Gentleman satisfied that the rates of pay paid by this firm do not infringe the conditions which his Department require before they grant a certificate?

Mr. Tomlinson

All I know is, these were the complementary rates in operation when the registration was granted. There has been no alteration.

Mr. Marples

Will the right hon. Gentleman make inquiries to ensure that the rates of pay paid by this firm do not infringe those requirements?

Mr. Tomlinson

I will inquire into it.