M

Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 18 June 2025

Debate

Employment Rights Bill

Contribution

I have not yet touched on the additional burden in terms of time and expense that any company would face when subjected to employment tribunal proceedings not even brought by the worker. While larger companies, such as the one I work for, may be better equipped to absorb such pressures, the impact on small- and medium-sized businesses, and particularly microenterprises, would be significant. The strain on management in particular should not be underestimated. These cases divert valuable time and attention away from day-to-day operations, potentially affecting performance and ultimately hindering growth. We hear enough about growth these days.

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