§ Sir E. Bullusasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity when she expects to receive the decision of the National Board for Prices and Incomes on the application of the National Union of Tailors and Garment Workers for increased rates of pay; and if she will make a statement.
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§ Mr. Harold WalkerNone of the pay settlements recently negotiated by this union in the clothing trades has been referred to the National Board for Prices and Incomes. My right hon. Friend, after considering them collectively in consultation with colleagues, has decided not to intervene further. The organisations concerned have been advised of this decision today.