HC Deb 02 May 1950 vol 474 c1550
9. Mr. Marples

asked the Minister of Labour what method he proposes to take to investigate and eliminate the causes of unofficial strikes.

Mr. Isaacs

This is a matter for the discipline and internal organisation of the trade unions.

Mr. Marples

Does that mean the right hon. Gentleman is satisfied with the position; and if he is not satisfied, what action does he, as Minister of Labour, propose to take?

Mr. Isaacs

I would remind the hon. Gentleman of the answer I have just given him. Discipline in the trade union movement is a matter for the trade unions, and the Government are leaving the trade unions to exercise their own discipline.

Mr. Marples

Whatever happens, then, can the House take it that the Minister of Labour has nothing whatsoever to do with this important fact?

Mr. Isaacs

The hon. Gentleman can put his own construction upon what I have said. My answer is perfectly plain and quite definite.