§ Mr. Dolandasked the Minister of Labour in view of his declaration at the conference of the National Chamber of Trade on 16th July, 1942, that it was the policy of the Government to try to establish for the post-war period minimum wage regulations for all forms of employment and of the anxiety of the men and women serving overseas, whether he has any further statement to make on this question.
§ Mr. BevinI am aware of the anxiety which is felt on this question both by360W men and women serving overseas and by workers and employers at home. During the past few months I have had discussions with both sides of industry and I hope in the near future to be able to put forward definite proposals.