§ Mr. Shersbyasked the Secretary of State for Employment what is the policy of the Manpower Services Commission towards (a) finding jobs for workers who want to be self-employed, and (b) finding workers for companies who have self-employed vacancies.
§ Mr. GoldingI am informed by the Manpower Services Commission that the Employment Service Agency does not accept responsibility for bringing together companies who offer employment on a self-employed basis and workers who want to be self-employed. This policy is aimed at safeguarding the interests of workers who may not be fully aware of the legal implications and responsibilities of being self-employed.