§ Sir T. Mooreasked the Minister of Labour whether, since the promulgation of the Order in Council 58A, aimed at preventing stoppage of labour, he has found it necessary to take any action thereunder; and, If so, whether he can give details?
§ Mr. BevinI assume that my hon. and gallant Friend refers to Regulation 58AA relating to avoidance of strikes and lockouts. In accordance with the powers given by this Regulation I have made the Conditions of Employment and National Arbitration Order 1940 which came into force on 25th July and have constituted the National Arbitration Tribunal provided for in the Order. The membership of the tribunal was announced in the Press on 3rd August.