HC Deb 22 June 1921 vol 143 c1386W
Major CAYZER

asked the Minister of Labour whether he will refer back for further consideration by the Grocery and Provision Trades Board the new rates of wages which have been submitted to the Minister of Labour for confirmation, in view of the fact that these rates were first agreed to by the board when the cost of living was 175 per cent. above the 1914 level, whereas at the time that the Minister of Labour is asked to confirm the rates the cost of living is only 128 per cent. above the 1914 level?

Dr. MACNAMARA

I would refer my hon. and gallant Friend to the answer which I gave to a similar question on this subject this afternoon, a copy of which I am sending him.