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Written question asked by Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 22 November 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 25 November 2022 (named day). It was answered by Kevin Hollinrake (Conservative) on Friday, 25 November 2022 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Royal Mail: Industrial Disputes

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, if he will take steps to help ensure the Communication Workers Union and Royal Mail reach an agreement in their industrial dispute.

Answer

The Government is monitoring the situation closely however the industrial dispute is a matter for Royal Mail, as a private company, and the Communication Workers Union to resolve.

The Government strongly urges Royal Mail and the Communication Workers Union to continue their negotiations to reach a resolution as soon as possible and minimise the disruption to consumers and businesses.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
93653
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Industrial disputes Royal Mail Communication Workers Union
Link
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