§ 42. Mr. Chapmanasked the Minister of Labour what action he took in an attempt to secure consultation of the unions by the British Motor Corporation during the two days when he had advance information that the sackings of 6,000 men were to be summarily announced.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodAs I have repeatedly said, it is extremely desirable that the earliest possible notice should be given when reduction of a firm's labour force is contemplated. In this particular instance, I was informed privately of the company's decision in advance of the public announcement, but there was no question of my advice being sought.