HC Deb 09 December 1987 vol 124 c193W
28. Mr. Cran

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what are the most recent figures for the number of working days lost in industrial disputes in Scotland; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Lang

In 1986, 312,000 working days were lost in Scotland as a result of industrial stoppages. Apart from 1983, this is the lowest figure for 20 years.