HC Deb 03 November 2003 vol 412 c543
Mrs. Alice Mahon (Halifax)

On a point of order, Mr. Speaker, of which I gave you notice. The Post Office dispute is now, I hope, being resolved. Many Labour Members were shocked at the tactics employed by the Post Office management. It seems clear that low-paid workers with genuine grievances were bullied and harassed. Furthermore, they were followed and spied on as they demonstrated against that treatment. The Post Office management has acted more like the Stasi than responsible management in charge of a public service such as the Post Office. Indeed, Mr. Adam Crozier, who I believe is paid half a million a year plus perks, has presided over what have been appalling tactics—

Mr. Speaker

Order. I must interrupt the hon. Lady. She is making a case against the management of the Post Office. The matter is in the hands of the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, and it is best that no comment be made by any hon. Member at the moment. It is not a point of order. It is not a matter for me. The matter is being negotiated at the moment and it would be best to keep out of it.