§ 81. Mr. Goodhartasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will make a special study of the problem of improving the standard of essential public services during unofficial labour disputes.
§ Mr. George ThomasNo. My right hon. Friend has a general responsibility for the Emergency Powers Acts, 1920 and 1964, under which regulations may be made during a state of emergency to secure the essentials of life for the community. What action should be taken by the Government in any particular case must, however, depend on all the circumstances.