asked the Home Secretary when he proposes to introduce the Truck Acts Bill?

I hope to be in a position to make an early announcement.

Before the right hon. Gentleman makes an announcement as to the amendment of the Truck Acts, will he consult the Trades Union Congress?

Certainly, I will consider what consultations would be advisable.

Will the legislation be retrospective in its effect?

I can only refer the hon. and gallant Gentleman to what I said before, but the possibility of including some provision for retrospective effect will have to be taken into consideration.

Is the Home Secretary aware that there are more important questions than this to be brought before the House, and will he not be too hasty about this matter?