§ 86. Mr. H. Hyndasked 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. EcclesIt is the duty of the Burnham Committee, whenever it thinks fit, to make recommendations to me about the remuneration of teachers.
§ 90. Mr. Fenner Brockwayasked 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. EcclesThe 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.