HC Deb 18 November 1946 vol 430 c48W
146. Mr. Harrison

asked the Minister of Labour if it is the intention of the Government to make a pronouncement regarding the Christmas holidays, in view of Christmas Day falling on Wednesday and Boxing Day on Thursday; and if he is aware that a difficulty is foreseen in industries working the five-day week in re-starting for the Friday only.

Mr. Isaacs

No, Sir. Holidays, so far as they are not governed by Statute, are a matter of joint arrangement between employers and workers in the various industries.