HC Deb 17 December 1929 vol 233 cc1231-2W
Mr. SMITHERS

asked the Minister of Labour if she can state, in any convenient form, to what extent the purchasing power of the working classes has increased or decreased since the Government took office?

Mr. LAWSON

Apart from temporary fluctuations due to seasonal causes, the purchasing power of the working classes has not altered appreciably since the Government took office.