§ Mr. Dixonasked the Paymaster General what guidance his Department has given to wages councils about the conduct of their business while the Wages Bill is being considered in Parliament.
§ Mr. TrippierNo such guidance has been issued but all members of councils have been made aware of the relevant provisions of the Bill.
§ Mr. Dixonasked the Paymaster General how many wages councils have deferred their normal business pending enactment of the Wages Bill.
§ Mr. TrippierI understand from the secretary to wages councils that one council has deferred consideration of proposals for a new wages order until the future legislative position becomes clearer.