§ Mr. Rookerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if his Department is proposing explanatory seminars for representatives of employees in respect of the statutory sick pay scheme.
§ Mr. RossiConsideration is still being given to means of informing employees and their representatives of the details of the statutory sick pay scheme.
§ Mr. Rookerasked the Secretary of State for the Social Services what is the estimated cost of departmental seminars for employers in respect of the statutory sick pay scheme; how many employers he expects to attend; how many members of his staff will be involved; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RossiProposals to conduct a series of local seminars on statutory sick pay for employers are currently under consideration. No final decisions have been taken, and it is therefore too early to predict the likely demand or provide estimates of cost.