Member

Consider the practical consequences. A retail business facing heightened demand at seasonal peaks will be unable to offer additional hours to its existing part-time staff—skilled staff. The only alternative will be to offer the work to additional temporary workers, depriving loyal, experienced and skilled employees of the opportunity to supplement their income at a time when they most need it. For a Government who I genuinely believe are committed to economic growth and supporting working people, surely this cannot be the intended outcome.