§ 21. Mr. Boyd-Carpenterasked the Minister of Labour why his recent letter to wage councils and boards has been withdrawn; and whether he will publish the terms of this letter.
§ Mr. IsaacsIt was brought to my notice that there had been a misunderstanding as to the interpretation to be placed on the terms of this letter and it was, therefore, considered desirable to withdraw it. I propose to circulate another letter in due course. In these circumstances the publication of the original letter would serve no useful purpose.
§ Mr. Boyd-CarpenterDoes the right hon. Gentleman's answer mean that the difference between the two letters is simply a difference in drafting and not a difference in policy.
§ Mr. IsaacsYes, Sir; in the main, that is so.