§ Mr. Biffenasked the Minister of Labour by what amount the rates and earnings of draughtsmen are estimated to have increased as a result of the recent settlement between the Draughtsmen and Allied Technicians Association and Swan Hunter; and if this figure is consistent with the Government's prices and incomes policy.
§ Mr. FernyhoughThis settlement, which provides for an increase of just less than 6 per cent. for draughtsmen employed by Swan Hunter with effect from 1st July, 1967, has not yet been implemented, and is being considered in the light of Government policy for the period following 30th June.