§ Mr. Biffenasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity what is the current state of progress in the discussions over pay between the bakery employees and John Newbould and Son; and if she will indicate the expected increase in rates, earnings and productivity of any settlement.
§ Mr. Harold WalkerNo claim or settlement has been formally notified to150W my Department for the 18 employees involved. I understand that an increase of 5 per cent. on the basic rate, payable only when workers are actually employed on a new machine which has been installed has been agreed.
The other information asked for is not available.