HC Deb 22 May 1963 vol 678 cc410-1
5. Mr. K. Lewis

asked the Minister of Labour how many trades and professions have negotiated reductions in hours of working since 1st January, 1962; which they are; and what were the hours of working before and after such reductions.

Mr. Whitelaw

As the reply consists of a tabular statement. I will, with per-mission, circulate it in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Following is the information:

Mr. Holland

Would not my hon. Friend agree that these figures show a reassuring trend for the people of Acton? Could he give me a basis of comparison between the employment situation in this area and the national average?

Mr. Whitelaw

I am afraid that I cannot give my hon. Friend the national figure. In April, the percentage in the Greater London area was 1.5 compared with the national average of 2.7. The Greater London area percentage fell to 1.3 on 13th May.

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