§ Sir Raymond PowellTo ask the President of the Board of Trade how many meetings she has had with the CBI concerning trades union recognition since 1 May 1997. [36834]
§ Mr. Ian McCartneyDTI Ministers have met the CBI on a number of occasions since 1 May. Trade union recognition has been amongst the issues discussed.
§ Sir Raymond PowellTo ask the President of the Board of Trade how many meetings her Department has had with the TUC to discuss trades union recognition since 1 May. [36833]
§ Mr. Ian McCartneyDTI Ministers have had a number of meetings with the TUC since 1 May at which various issues, including trade union recognition, have been discussed.