Mr. Edward M. Taylorasked the Minister of Labour what steps he is taking to improve labour relations in the Scottish motor industry.
§ Mr. GunterLabour relations are primarily the responsibility of the managements and trade unions concerned, but the services of my Department are, of course, available to help to secure all possible improvements.
Mr. Edward M. Taylorasked the Minister of Labour if, having regard to the importance of the motor industry to the present and future prosperity of the central belt of Scotland, he will take the initiative in endeavouring to resolve the present unofficial trade dispute which is disrupting supplies of motor bodies to the motor factories and causing widespread suspension of workpeople in the industry.
§ Mr. GunterI am glad to say that, at a meeting today, a decision was taken to resume work at the Pressed Steel Co., Linwood, on Monday, pending discussions.