HC Deb 21 February 1966 vol 725 cc23-4
45. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Minister of Labour if he will state the result of his negotiations with the Association of British Bank Employees on the establishment of a five-day working week in conformity with the conditions in other European countries.

Mr. Gunter

I am not engaged in any negotiations concerning a five-day working week for bank employees.

Mr. Hughes

Will my right hon. Friend take steps to see that this important class of worker is treated as well as other workers in the community in the respects mentioned in my Question?

Mr. Gunter

In the absence of any request for negotiations, that is a little difficult. I therefore suggest that the staff associations, trade unions and employers concerned should get together.

Mr. Hughes

That is very good.