HC Deb 05 March 1985 vol 74 c468W
70. Mr. Park

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he is satisfied with the workings of wages councils.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

We are currently examining the operation and effects of the wages council system. We have not yet come to any final conclusions.

Mr. Peter Bruinvels

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will make a statement on the activities of wages councils in 1984; and whether he is satisfied with their results.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

We are currently examining the operation and effects of the wages council system, including present and past activities of councils. We have not yet come to any final conclusions.