HC Deb 06 November 1989 vol 159 cc468-9W
Mrs. Dunwoody

To ask the Secretary of State for Employment if he will introduce legislation to provide child care facilities for part-time workers.

Mr. Nicholls

No. The Government welcome measures taken by employers to help employees, including part-time employees, combine work and family responsibilities such as the provision of creche facilities, flexible working hours and family leave. However the Government consider that it is for employers and employees to decide which arrangements best suit their individual needs and resources.