§ Mr. Biffenasked the Minister of Labour if he is aware of the current dispute at the Plessey Telecommunications Company arising out of a pay claim by the Draughtsmen's and Allied Technicians Association; what percentage increase in earnings would arise from such a claim; and if it is consistent with the Government's prices and incomes policy in a period of extreme moderation.
§ Mr. GunterI am aware of this dispute. At this stage it is not possible to calculate the percentage effect of the claim or to say whether incomes policy considerations would be satisfied. My Department is following the situation closely.