§ 34. Mr. Biffenasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many wage claims were notified to him during the weeks ended 2nd, 9th and 16th December respectively; and if he will indicate the total number of workers covered by such claims.
§ Mr. Dudley SmithIn the week ending 2nd December, three claims affecting 25,000 workers. In the week ending 9th December, five claims affecting 90,000. In the week ending 16th December, five claims affecting 250,000.