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Member

Speaking in the House of Commons on 15 September 2025

Debate

Employment Rights Bill

Contribution

The business world is watching today in disbelief. Only last week, it was reported that hiring demand among British employers has fallen to a new low, with the UK recording one of the sharpest slowdowns in recruitment in the world. The number of unemployed has risen by around 200,000 people already on the Government’s watch. The Institute of Directors reports that business confidence has fallen to its lowest point in two years. The Chancellor has declined to repeat her clear assurance, given previously to the CBI, that the Government will not come forward

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