§ Mr. Biffenasked the Minister of Labour if he has been notified of the agreement affecting revised rates and earnings of electricians at the British Motor Corporation Austin factory at Longbridge; and if he is now able to evaluate the percentage increase in rates and earnings provided for by this agreement.
§ Mr. HattersleyMy Department has been notified of an agreement affecting the day-workers at this factory, including electricians. The agreement provides for a change in the bonus arrangements which does not affect the basic rates but which will increase current earnings by an average of 4.8 per cent.