HC Deb 11 November 1971 vol 825 cc193-4W
17. Mr. Normanton

asked the Secretary of State for Employment by what date he expects all the provisions of the Industrial Relations Act to be fully operational.

Mr. R. Carr

By Easter, with two exceptions. These are the provisions which deal with disclosure of information and those which enable industrial tribunals to deal with claims for damages for breach of contract.

29. Mr. Roger White

asked the Secretary of State for Employment what steps he has taken to publicise the aims and operation of the Industrial Relations Act, 1971.

Mr. Dudley Smith

My Department has already published three explanatory booklets and produced the first in a series of educational films, both with associated advertising. The film has broken all records for hirings and is evidently a best seller. Further announcements are being made as the provisions of the Act come into force.