§ Mr. Jannerasked the Paymaster General what action is being taken to enforce legislation against underpayment.
§ Mr. TrippierWages inspectors investigate all complaints and check compliance with the wages orders issued by the wages councils by making routine checks at a proportion of establishments on the wages inspectorate's register each year. Prosecution action is considered in cases where there is evidence of deliberate or repeated underpayment of workers.