HC Deb 01 July 1971 vol 820 c184W
72. Mr. James White

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what arrangements are made for which he is responsible for holiday pay payments in the event of a company going into Liquidation; and who is responsible for the payments.

Mr. Ridley

Under Section 319 of the Companies Act, 1948, certain claims must be given preferential treatment in a winding up. They include claims in respect of holiday pay. The liquidator is responsible for payment.

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