§ Mr. Biffenasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what is the estimated percentage increase in earnings and productivity arising from the recent pay settlement concerning independent television technicians; what criteria are used in assessing productivity and what has been the percentage increase in productivity over the past two years using such criteria; and if the settlement falls within the Government's incomes policy.
§ Mr. Harold WalkerThe estimated percentage increase in earnings and fringe benefits are 4.9, 4.5 and 5.2 respectively for the three stages. Information relating to productivity increases is confidential. The incomes policy aspects of the settlement are under consideration.