HC Deb 07 June 1967 vol 747 cc228-9W
Mr. Biffen

asked the Attorney-General on what date the pay claim for ushers in London's Royal Courts of Justice was received; what percentage increase in rates is represented by this claim; when a settlement may be expected; and if he will make a statement.

The Attorney-General

A claim for a pay increase was received in July, 1965. Negotiations were in abeyance for a time until April, 1967 when revised rates of pay for related Civil Service messengerial staff were settled, but they have now been resumed. The claim now is for an increase of 17 per cent.