HC Deb 19 December 1969 vol 793 cc439-40W
Mr. J. H. Osborn

asked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what representations she has received from the Federation of Ambulance Personnel for recognition by local authorities; and if she will refer this matter to the Commission on Industrial Relations.

Mr. Harold Walker

I would refer the hon. Member to my reply to his hon. Friend the Member for Glasgow, Cathcart (Mr. Edward M. Taylor) on 18th December, 1969.—[Vol. 793, c. 382.]

Mr. J. H. Osborn

asked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity if she will refer to the Commission on Industrial Relations the case of Mrs. Sheila Crust and her transfer from post to post within the Greater London Council, following her recent membership of the Federation of Ambulance Personnel and her resignation from the National Union of Public Employees.

Mr. Harold Walker

No. It is not part of the functions of the Commission on Industrial Relations to deal with cases of individuals.

Mr. Mawby

asked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity if she will refer to the Industrial Relations Commission the question of trade union recognition of ambulance staff.

Mr. Harold Walker

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply given to the hon. Member for Glasgow, Cathcart (Mr. Edward M. Taylor) yesterday.—[Vol. 793, c. 382.]