§ Miss McIntoshTo ask the President of the Board of Trade when she estimates the Part-time Work Directive will take effect in the UK. [49869]
§ Mr. Ian McCartneyThe Part-time Work Directive was extended to the UK on 7 April with two years for implementation. It will therefore take effect in the UK by April 2000. We intend to consult widely on the best way to implement the Directive.