§ Mr. Biffenasked the Minister of Power what is the percentage increase in rates and earnings implied by the pay claim of steel craftsmen currently in dispute at 38W the Shotton steelworks; if such a claim is consistent with the Government's prices and incomes policy; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MarshThe claim is for extra bonus payments for week-end working and would, I understand, increase earnings by just under 5 per cent. on average. I have no evidence to suggest that it can be reconciled with incomes policy.