HC Deb 24 January 1983 vol 35 cc334-5W
Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will introduce legislation to repeal the necessity for women to ask permission to work night shifts in factories.

Mr. Gummer

My right hon. Friend is awaiting advice from the Health and Safety Commission on the safety, health and welfare consequences of changing the existing legislation governing night shifts in factories.