M

Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 24 June 2025

Debate

Employment Rights Bill

Contribution

My noble friend Lady Coffey has tabled sensible amendments that provide some necessary safeguards, which I urge the Government seriously to consider. Under Clause 151(4), regulations that amend or repeal primary legislation are subject to the affirmative resolution procedure. This means that Parliament must actively approve such measures. However, Clause 151(5) states:

About Hansard

Hansard is the official verbatim record of proceedings in the UK Parliament. Every word spoken in the Commons and Lords is recorded and published — this page is a single contribution from that record.

Partner sites