T.U.C. (Economic Policy Document) (Hansard, 30 March 1971)

HC Deb 30 March 1971 vol 814 cc1348-9 1348

§ 28. Mr. Eadie
asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what reply he has sent to the Trade Union Congress after his study of its economic policy document.

§ Mr. Maurice Macmillan
None, Sir. In their discussion of the economic situation with the T.U.C. Economic Committee on 11th March, Ministers stressed the need to reduce the current level of cost inflation.

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§ Mr. Eadie
Will the Chief Secretary say how much additional employment would result from 5 per cent. economic growth, and whether he agrees with the projections made by the T.U.C. in its document?

§ Mr. Macmillan
The Government's view regarding the T.U.C. document was made clear in the statement issued after the meeting. Their view as to what may happen in the future will be set out by my right hon. Friend this afternoon.