HC Deb 22 April 1971 vol 815 cc418-9W
44. Dr. Dickson Mabon

asked the Secretary of State for Employment how many industrial conciliation officers are available in Scotland from his Department, to assist in settling disputes between employers and employees.

Mr. David Howell

18 officers are engaged on industrial relations duties at the Department's Scottish headquarters. Of these, three are engaged full time on conciliation work, and others are available as necessary.