HC Deb 21 January 1974 vol 867 cc211-2W
30. Mr. Edwin Wainwright

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what effect the three-day working week has had on the economy in the Yorkshire and Humberside Region ; and if he will make a statement on how long he now expects imposition of the three-day working week to continue.

Mr. Anthony Grant

Output at a relatively high level is being achieved owing to a combination of managerial ingenuity and excellent co-operation from labour. The relaxation for the steel industry beginning today will particularly benefit Scunthorpe, Sheffield and Rotherham. My noble Friend the Secretary of State for Energy will keep under review the present restrictions on working.