§ Mr. Kenneth Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Employment when he expects to conclude his consideration of the possibility of declaring alternative Bank holidays covering Christmas Day 1976 and 661W New Year's Day 1977, which fall on Saturdays; and whether he will bear in mind the need for urgency in the light of problems caused for employers.
§ Mr. Maxwell-Hyslopasked the Secretary of State for Employment whether he is aware of the inconvenience being caused to dairy manufacturers by the failure to announce the date of the New Year Bank Holiday in 1977; what has caused this delay; and when he will announce its date.
§ Mr. John FraserI am well aware of the widespread interest in this matter and an announcement will be made as soon as possible.