§ Mr. Bishopasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will define and detail the circumstances in which discrimination on grounds of sex is warranted; and if he will review such situations.
§ Mr. CarlisleDifferent treatment for men and women may be warranted in situations where the circumstances, needs and capabilities of women are different from those of men. It is necessary to look at allegations of discrimination in their context. One purpose of the current study by the Department of Employment of the problems encountered by women in securing equal treatment with men in matters of employment and training is 401W to identify areas in which differences in treatment between men and women are natural and desirable, as well as those where overt or concealed discrimination exists. A Select Committee in another place is also considering these matters and is expected to report shortly.