Member

The Government may argue that the regulation-making power is simply a backstop or a flexibility mechanism, but such broad and loosely defined powers should not be handed over lightly, especially when we are talking about the fundamental rights and protections of working people. If there is a clear principle here—that those who control the work should be responsible for offering security of hours where appropriate—we should put that principle into the Bill, not delegate it out through regulations after the fact. Therefore, I urge the Government to consider this provision. Let us provide clarity and certainty for businesses and workers by ensuring that the duty to offer guaranteed hours remains firmly with the hirer, the party best placed to discharge it fairly and effectively.