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Written question asked by Earl of Listowel (Crossbench) on Tuesday, 15 November 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 November 2016. It was answered by Baroness Anelay of St Johns (Conservative) on Tuesday, 22 November 2016 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


India: Amalgamated Plantations

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what discussion they have had with the government of India about the housing and working conditions for families in plantations run by Amalgamated Plantations Private Limited in Assam.

Answer

We have not had any discussions with the government of India on this topic. We expect all companies operating in India to follow India's Labour Law.

The UK is a strong supporter of the universally agreed United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and is committed to promoting its widespread implementation across the world.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3245
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Housing India Working conditions Amalgamated Plantations
Link
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