§ Mr. Biffenasked the Minister of Labour in what terms he was notified of the proposal of the Labour Party Executive to increase wages and salaries of the Transport House clerical, research, and administrative staff; what is the proposed average percentage increase; and if it is consistent with the Government's prices and incomes policy.
§ Mr. HattersleyA formal request for agreement to these increases (which average 10 per cent.) was made in writing on 29th June, 1967. Implementation of the new salary structure after the end of the period of severe restraint is in conformity with Government policy. Backdating, as requested, is not. The Labour Party has been so informed.