HC Deb 19 November 1974 vol 881 c358W
58. Mr. Ashley

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he is satisfied with the progress up to the present time of the social contract.

Mr. Booth

My right hon. Friend's general assessment of the position remains as stated in his speech to the House on 5th November.

Mr. Cyril Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what is the present percentage wage increase that the Government would consider to be within the terms of the social contract.

Mr. Booth

Negotiations in accordance with the TUC guidelines will lead to different results in different cases.