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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 17 November 2025

Debate

Employment Rights Bill

Contribution

“it fundamentally changes the culture that allows us to succeed and support our employees. … Finally, these changes will discourage hiring, particularly for young people and those without prior experience. Recently, we hired a teenager with no sales experience because he showed great attitude and potential. Under the proposed day-one unfair dismissal rights, we would not have taken that risk. These measures will make it harder for SMEs to offer opportunities to young people starting out in their careers”.

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