§ 33. Mr. John Pageasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what discussions she has had with 28 the National Union of Bank Employees regarding the reference to the National Board for Prices and Incomes of the pay of bank employees.
§ Mr. Harold WalkerMy right hon. Friend met representatives of the National Union of Bank Employees on 20th and 21st November, 1968, before the reference was made on 29th November.
§ Mr. PageHas not the right hon. Lady taken the trouble to meet them since the reference was made, in view of the fact that there is the possibility of industrial action towards the end of the month? Would it not be possible for the Department to get in touch to see whether that can be avoided?
§ Mr. WalkerI am not aware that the parties have requested such a meeting. If they do, it will, no doubt, be given sympathetic and speedy consideration.