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Written question asked by Andy McDonald (Labour) on Thursday, 13 June 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 June 2019. It was answered by Andrew Jones (Conservative) on Friday, 21 June 2019 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Govia: Pensions

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what agreement his Department has reached with Govia on the pensions liability risk sharing arrangements announced on 13 June 2019.

Answer

The South Eastern Direct Award is for a short period of time. As in all other Franchise Agreements, the Franchisee (as the Designated Employer) is responsible for paying employer pension contributions required under the schedule of contributions applicable during their franchise term. The Franchisee and its employees continue to bear all risks associated with changes in pension contributions.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
264415
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Pensions Govia
Link
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