§ Mr. AMMONasked the Minister of Heath whether he is aware that the local board of guardians is paying relief at the rate of 6s. per day provided that the recipients are prepared to work at digging trenches for new gas mains for the Kingswood (Bristol) Council; that the trade union rate paid by the Bristol Corporation and the Bristol Gas Company for similar work is 1s.1¼ per hour; and if he will take steps to 2050W see that this board of guardians pays the locally recognised standard rate of wages?
§ Sir K. WOOD:My right hon. Friend is not aware of the facts in this case, but is making inquiries, and will communicate further with the hon. Member.