§ Mr. Cyril Smithasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection if, in her discussions with industry about possible penalties for settlements outside the social contract, she will pay particular regard to the position of companies which may be compelled by militant unions to give such salary or wage increases.
§ Mrs. Shirley WilliamsThe basis for my consultations on the productivity deduction is set out in paragraphs 11–13 of the White Paper on the Review of the Price Code (Cmnd. 5779). I shall naturally give careful consideration to all points put to me during consultations.