§ Mrs. Lena Jegerasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what progress has taken place in discussions with the Trades Union Congress and the Confederation of British Industry on the subject of equal pay for women.
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§ Mr. Harold WalkerMy right hon. Friend had a useful discussion with representatives of the Confederation of British Industry on 22nd July about the preparation of a programme for the phased introduction of equal pay. It was agreed that discussions would continue when a joint study group, representing the T.U.C., the C.B.I. and the Department, which was set up last year, reported on the current implications of equal pay for particular sectors of industry. It is hoped that the Joint Study Group will report by the end of the year. My right hon. Friend will be discussing her proposals with representatives of the T.U.C. on Wednesday, 31st July.