HC Deb 17 July 1979 vol 970 c445W
33. Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if it is his policy to use high levels of unemployment in the coming months as a way of endeavouring to hold down wage claims.

Mr. Jim Lester

No. The Government expect those involved in pay bargaining to reach responsible settlements taking full account of the consequences of their actions on jobs.