§ Mr. W. THORNEasked the Minister of Labour if he is aware that the employers at the Swansea Brickworks, Forestfach, have locked out their employed in consequence of their refusal to accept a reduction in wages; that there is a possibility of the dispute extending to other workers; and whether any efforts have been made by his Department to get the matter settled?
§ Mr. BETTERTONI am aware of the dispute to which the hon. Member refers. As a result of action taken by my De-52W partment a joint conference of the parties was held on Friday last and proposals are now being considered by both sides which I hope will result in a settlement of the dispute.