§ Mr. Erroll(by Private Notice) asked the Minister of Labour whether, in view of the general dislocation caused by the Manchester bus and tram strike, and the minor disorders which took place yesterday, he will intervene immediately to settle the dispute?
§ Mr. IsaacsI understand that the corporation have made certain proposals which are to be considered at a mass meeting this afternoon. In the circumstances, hon. Members will appreciate that I would wish to avoid saying anything further.
§ Mr. ErrollIf these proposals are not accepted, will the Minister of Labour undertake to intervene to settle immediately a dispute which is causing grave public inconvenience?
§ Mr. IsaacsI appreciate the grave public inconvenience and regret that the men concerned have not seen fit to acton the advice of their union leaders, but it must be made quite clear that the Ministry of Labour cannot intervene in these unofficial disputes and can only do so when asked by the trade unions and employers themselves.