Supporting Employment After Covid-19 2020-06-29
2020-06-29
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The MP is concerned about job losses in the aviation sector, specifically mentioning British Airways' plans for large-scale redundancies.
What steps will be taken to ensure that employers treat their workforce fairly during this period of restructuring and layoffs, especially in light of British Airways firing and rehiring its staff?
We are concerned about how some companies treat their workforce and we are looking into it. The furlough scheme has helped keep over 9 million employees connected to their jobs, but companies should not misuse it.
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The MP references a Select Committee report suggesting that the Government has not provided reasons for its refusal to share its economic downturn plan, which could help local partnerships prepare for upcoming challenges.
Why is the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) withholding details about its emergency contingency plans? Will the DWP work with other Departments on a back-to-work budget?
I am not withholding details; there is confusion between the emergency contingency plan, an operational document prepared by all Departments, and broader economic planning. I assure that we are working with other Ministers to help people secure new jobs created in both public and private sectors.
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