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Proceeding contribution from Lord Sharpe of Epsom (Conservative) in the House of Lords on Monday, 16 June 2025. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee of the Whole House (HL) on Employment Rights Bill.

Employment Rights Bill

My noble friend Lady Coffey and I raised the increasing statistical irrelevance of the trade unions. I do not think the Minister addressed that point. She also seemed to write off the idea of the advisory board amendments that we proposed, on the basis that they would be expensive to the taxpayer. But Clause 90(6) says:

“The Secretary of State may pay such remuneration or allowances to members of the Board as the Secretary of State may determine”.

They could determine to pay nothing, presumably, so why would that be an expense to the taxpayer?

Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
846 c1889 
Session
2024-26
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Conditions of employment Employment Tribunals Service Enforcement Ministerial powers Public appointments Workplace pensions Trade unions Small businesses Henry VIII clauses Fair Work Agency
Legislation
Employment Rights Bill 2024-26
Link
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