§ 59. Mr. Parkerasked the Minister of Labour whether he proposes to sanction the increase in bakery trade wages agreed at the beginning of September; and when it will come into operation.
§ Mr. WatkinsonI assume that the hon. Member refers to a wages increase decided upon by the Baking Wages Council for England and Wales. An order to give effect to proposals submitted to my right hon. and learned Friend by this Wages Council on 21st October was made on 8th November, and will come into operation on 26th November.