HC Deb 09 December 1980 vol 995 c329W
25. Mr. van Straubenzee

asked the Secretary of State for Employment when next he plans to meet the leaders of the Trades Union Congress to discuss the present employment situation.

Mr. Jim Lester

The employment situation was discussed by all parties on the National Economic Development Council on 3 December. My right hon. Friend expects further such discussions with leaders of the Trades Union Congress in the coming months.