HC Deb 06 March 1973 vol 852 cc113-4W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Employment whether he is aware that since 16th June 1970 until 16th January 1973 the increase in earnings was 34 per cent.; and whether he will list the categories and persons within the jurisdiction of wages boards and councils under his departmental responsibilities whose earnings during this period have not risen by 34 per cent. and the shortfall in each case.

Mr. Chichester-Clark

The information is not available in the form required.

Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Employment whether he is aware that since 16th June 1970 until 16th January 1973 the increase in earnings was 34 per cent.; and whether he will list the categories and persons within his Department whose earnings during this period have not risen by 34 per cent. and the shortfall in each case.

Mr. Chichester-Clark

The information is not available in this form and could be obtained only at disproportionate cost to public funds.

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