§ Mr. D. G. SOMERVILLEasked the Minister of Labour if she can now make any statement as to the intention of the Government with regard to the introduction of legislation to carry into effect the Washington Eight Hours' Convention; and whether she is now satisfied that the adoption of such a measure will not exercise any prejudicial effect on industry?
§ Miss BONDFIELDAs I stated in reply to a question on 21st January, it is hoped to introduce the Hours of Industrial Employment Bill before Easter. It is the view of the Government that the measure in question will not be prejudicial to the interests of industry.