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Why not simply

legislate

Why not lift

reservation

if review

shows equality

Q 4 : If the situation in the labour market is such that there is already equal pay for equal work, why not simply legislate ensure that there is equality ?

to

A 4: Whilst we accept the principle of equal

pay

for equal

we work,

are not yet

convinced that legislation is necessary.

Q5: If after your review you find that there

is generally equal pay for equal work, will you propose withdrawing the reservation in respect of Article 7(a) (1) ?

A 5 As I have said, my understanding of the Article is that it would, in effect,

require us to legislate. I am not yet

convinced that this is necessary.

Consultation Q 6 Will you consult on this issue?

A 6 As I have said,

we have consulted

the

appropriate

committee of the

Labour

Advisory Board from time to time and will

continue to do so.