§ 17. Mr. Norman Lamontasked the Secretary of State for Employment what further consultations he has now had with the Confederation of British Indus. try and the Trades Union Congress on 57W possible new machinery for conciliation and arbitration.
§ Mr. Maurice MacmillanI hope that discussions on the proposals will take place shortly between the Government, the Confederation of British Industry and the Trades Union Congress.
§ 44. Mr. Dykesasked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will make a statement on the proposals submitted by the Confederation of British Industry and the Trades Union Congress for new joint conciliation procedures.
§ Mr. Chichester-ClarkThe Government hope shortly to discuss the proposals with the Confederation of British Industry and the Trades Union Congress. As has been made clear, we are ready to welcome constructive ideas for improving ways of settling disputes peacefully.