§ Mr. Thurnhamasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many actions have been dealt with by 112W industrial tribunals since May 1983 concerning members of closed shops who have refused to take part in strikes believing the industrial action contravened their professional or other code of ethics.
§ Mr. GummerI am not aware that any such cases have come before industrial tribunals since May 1983. The Employment Act 1982 and the Closed Shop Code of Practice provide additional safeguards for employees who refuse to take strike action because it would breach their professional code of conduct. The Government look to all employers in all circumstances to protect the jobs of employees who refuse to take strike action.