HC Deb 13 July 1982 vol 27 c353W
Mr. Latham

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what guidance he intends to give to public sector negotiators regarding the likely level of cash limits for wage settlements in the forthcoming wage round; and what importance he attaches to restraint in this sphere.

Mr. Brittan

Realistic wage settlements in the coming year are essential. If jobs are to be preserved and created, pay increases this year should be substantially lower than last year. This applies to the public sector as elsewhere. Decisions have not yet been taken concerning cash limits for next year.