§ 41. Miss Lestorasked the Minister of Labour, in view of the Political and Economic Planning publication, a copy of which has been sent to him, and the report of the Race Relations Board, what action the Minister proposes to take to deal with racial discrimination, pending decision on legislation.
§ Mr. GunterAs the House knows, the Government are at present reviewing these matters and consultations are taking place with representatives of the T.U.C., the C.B.I. and the nationalised industries. Meantime it is the long-standing policy of the Employment Exchange Service, described in the P.E.P. report, to ensure that all applicants are considered for employment on merits, regardless of race or colour.
§ Miss LestorI thank my right hon. Friend for his reply. As the Leader of the House has indicated that there will probably be no opportunity to discuss the report of P.E.P. or the report of the Race Relations Board, will my right hon. Friend be making a report to the House on his discussion with the T.U.C. and the C.B.I. in order that that may be discussed?
§ Mr. GunterThe first part of the question has been noted by the Leader of the House, who is present. I could not give an undertaking about the second part until I have seen the results of the discussions.