§ 94. Mr. W. J. Brownasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty whether he is aware that a claim for revised pay scales for Maltese locally entered clerks has rested with his Department since 6th September, 1946; that the delay in giving a reply or entering into negotiations on this claim is causing concern to the staffs concerned; and when the trade union representing these staffs will receive a reply.
§ Mr. W. J. EdwardsIt was found necessary to refer to Malta the claim mentioned by the hon. Member. The observations of our local authorities are not yet to hand, but I understand that they are now on their way. As soon as they are received and have been considered we shall be able to communicate with the staff association.