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Written question asked by David Anderson (Labour) on Monday, 17 October 2011, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 October 2011. It was answered by Alistair Burt (Conservative) on Friday, 21 October 2011 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Iraq: Trade Unions

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent assessment he has made of the position of trade unions in Iraq; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

The UK continues to promote the importance of an active civil society in Iraq, of which trade unions play an important part. New draft labour laws are currently under review in Iraq, including those on freedom of association and collective bargaining. British embassy officials in Baghdad have in the past urged the Government of Iraq to recognise the important role played by trade unions. We will continue to do this where appropriate.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
75722; 533 c1183W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Iraq Trade unions
Link
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