§ Mr. DenhamTo ask the Deputy Prime Minister what plans he has to deregulate employment in small businesses. [20686]
The Deputy Prime MinisterSmall businesses themselves have put forward suggestions on the areas of concern to them. Naturally, while safeguarding essential employment protection rights, we need to give careful consideration to all proposals for removing unnecessary burdens and promoting growth and flexibility.
As announced by the President of the Board of Trade on 11 March, the Government intend to publish, for consultation, a draft Bill on industrial tribunals.