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Written question asked by Ellie Reeves (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 October 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 October 2022 (named day). It was answered by Dean Russell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 25 October 2022 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Conditions of Employment: EU Law

Question

What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential revocation of EU workers’ rights regulations.

Answer

The UK has one of the best workers’ rights records in the world. Our high standards were never dependent on our membership of the EU and this Government has raised domestic standards in recent years, while also retaining important flexibilities for employers which benefit the economy and wider labour market.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
901821
Session
2022-23
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Conditions of employment EU law
Link
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