HC Deb 19 November 1958 vol 595 cc147-8W
63. Mr. Woodburn

asked the Minister of Labour if he is aware of the concern felt by bank employees over the proposed abolition of compulsory arbitration; and whether, if necessary, he will exempt them until adequate and satisfactory negotiations are possible through the normal relations pertaining in other employments.

Mr. Iain Macleod

I am aware of the views of the National Union a Bank Employees. I cannot consider exemptions from the Industrial Disputes (Amendment and Revocation) Order, 1958.

79. Mr. D. Jones

asked the Minister of Labour what representations he has received from the several branches of the National Union of Bank Officials about his decision to end the Industrial Disputes Tribunal and terminate compulsory arbitration; and what reply he has sent.

Mr. Iain Macleod

I have received no direct representations from the National Union of Bank Employees, but I have written to a number of hon. Members in connection with representations they have forwarded to me.