§ Mr. Parryasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received calling for the ending of labour-only subcontracting in the building industry.
§ Mr. Brittan[pursuant to his reply, 1 March 1983, c. 103]: None.
§ Mr. Parryasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if Her Majesty's Government plan to take steps to reduce the number of labour-only subcontractors in the building industry; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Brittan[pursuant to his reply, 1 March 1983, c. 103]: No. While I recognise that labour-only subcontracting may have certain drawbacks, it is a recognised form of employment in the building industry.