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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill

Thursday 2 March 2023 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Secretary of State meets regularly with Cabinet colleagues and transport industry stakeholders to discuss industrial action.
  • The Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill aims to balance workers' right to strike with public needs.
  • The Minister has already had conversations with Transport Ministers from the Scottish Government.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Chris Stephens SNP
Employment Transport
Context

The question arises in response to a rail accident in Greece and concerns discussions on the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill.

Question

What recent discussions has he had with Cabinet colleagues, transport sector bodies, and trade unions on the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill?

Answer from Mark Harper

The Secretary of State meets regularly with Cabinet colleagues and transport industry stakeholders to discuss industrial action, including facilitating a fair offer for trade unions. The Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill aims to balance workers' right to strike with public needs, supported by a 12-week consultation period.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific ask about discussions is not detailed; the answer provides general information without concrete specifics on meetings or commitments.

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Q2 Chris Stephens SNP
Employment Transport Scotland
Context

The question follows an expression of concern for the rail accident victims in Greece and delves into how the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill affects devolved Scottish responsibilities.

Question

He associates himself with comments made about the situation in Greece. Will he meet to discuss potential responses from his Department if the Scottish Parliament refuses to implement minimum services legislation?

Answer from Mark Harper

While the Bill regulates employment rights and duties which are reserved matters, consultation on passenger rail in Great Britain welcomes views from devolved Administrations. The Minister has already had conversations with Transport Ministers from the Scottish Government.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific ask for a meeting is not directly addressed; instead, general information about consultations is provided.

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