HC Deb 23 December 1964 vol 704 cc326-7W
Mr. Biffen

asked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs what approximate percentage of the employed working population is represented by the trade union signatories to the Joint Statement of Intent on Productivity, Prices and Incomes.

Mr. Crosland

Just over 35 per cent.

Mr. Biffen

asked the First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Economic Affairs if the growth in aggregate profits referred to in paragraph 8 of the Joint Statement of Intent on Productivity, Prices and Incomes will be judged irrespective of any increases in capital employed in producing these profits.

Mr. Crosland

No. All relevant considerations will be taken into account.