HC Deb 03 July 1989 vol 156 c54W
Mr. Norman Hogg

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if, in view of the growth of Sunday trading in Scotland, he has any plans for a review of the law so as to provide safeguards for employees and local residents.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

My right hon. and learned Friend has no such plans.

Mr. Norman Hogg

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received on people being denied jobs or being required to give up employment, if, on grounds of family or conscience, they do not wish to work on Sundays.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

Other than those in the report "Scotland's Sunday Under Pressure", none.

Mr. Norman Hogg

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he has received the publication, "Scotland's Sunday Under Pressure" by the Keep Sunday Special Campaign; and if he will make a statement.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

My right hon. and learned Friend has received the publication and has noted its findings.

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