§ Mr. Biffenasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what is the estimated percentage increase in rates and earnings for male and female bakery workers deriving from the recent pay settlement; and what elements of productivity were contained in the settlement.
§ Mr. Harold WalkerOn rates the increases represent 5.3 per cent. for men and 6.9 per cent. for women; on earnings 5.87 per cent. for men and 6.67 per cent. for women. The settlement provides for full acceptance of new plant and techniques without further improvements in pay during the ensuing twelve months.