§ Mr. Biffenasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity on what date she was notified of the claim for salary increases by university technicians belonging to the Association of Scientific, Technical and Managerial Staff; and what is the estimated percentage increase in rates, earnings and productivity, arising from the claim.
§ Mr. Harold WalkerThe Government was notified of the claim on 29th November, 1968. The claim was estimated to add 12½ per cent. to the salary bill. It did not include any proposals for increased productivity.