§ Mr. Leslieasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, in considering any amendments to the Shops Act, 1928, he will provide for a limitation of the working hours of employees, as the early closing of shops does not necessarily mean that assistants are then free to leave the premises.
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§ Mr. H. MorrisonI have noted my hon. Friend's point as one of those which will require consideration in connection with any amendment of the Shops Acts. As stated in the reply given on Tuesday to my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Coventry {Captain Strickland) the question of what is the most speedy and effective method of exploring the various issues arising in connection with this subject is now under consideration.