§ Mr. Ron Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he is aware of the concern among the barmaids of the State Management Scheme, Carlisle, over a pay dispute, and of the possibility of a threatened strike; what representations have been made to him; if he will inquire into this; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EnnalsI understand that, at a meeting in Carlisle on 14th July, a90W number of bar employees of the State Management Scheme formulated a claim for increased pay, with a threat of strike action if the claim was not met by 19th July. This threat was withdrawn the following day, after discussions with the general manager, and a formal claim has now been submitted by the General and Municipal Workers Union. My right hon. Friend is giving this urgent consideration.