HC Deb 17 November 1955 vol 546 c57W
86. Mr. H. Hynd

asked the Minister of Education what increases in pay will be given to school teachers to help them in meeting increased rents and Purchase Tax.

Sir D. Eccles

It is the duty of the Burnham Committee, whenever it thinks fit, to make recommendations to me about the remuneration of teachers.

90. Mr. Fenner Brockway

asked the Minister of Education by what amounts the salaries of women teachers in primary schools will be increased during the present financial year as an instalment toward securing equal pay for men and women teachers.

Sir D. Eccles

The Burnham Committee's proposal, which I approved, is designed to bring the salaries of women teachers up to the salaries of men by 1st April, 1961, in seven equal annual stages. The amounts which women teachers will receive during the present financial year will vary according to their length of service and qualifications.