§ 46. Mr. George Thomasasked the Prime Minister whether the speech of the Minister of Labour at the International Labour Conference in Geneva reflects the policy of the Government in regard to equal pay.
§ The Prime MinisterYes, Sir. My right hon. Friend drew the attention of the Conference to considerations which should be taken into account if practical conclusions are to be reached on the methods of application of the principle of equal pay. In so doing he said nothing inconsistent with the Governments policy with regard to the acceptance of this principle.
§ Mr. ThomasDoes that reply indicate that the Government still acknowledge that equal pay is right in principle and that they will apply it as soon as the opportunity arises?
§ The Prime MinisterThe reply means exactly what I have said.