HC Deb 24 March 1999 vol 328 c266W
Mr. Sanders

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will introduce further measures to ensure that contractors meet their obligations to sub-contractors. [75919]

Mr. Byers

There is already in place an extensive framework of commercial law on which parties to a contractual arrangement can seek to rely. Where disputes arise between parties to a contract, it is advisable for them to seek to establish their legal rights and obligations under the arrangements.

Mr. Sanders

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations he has received regarding sub-contracting malpractices; and if he will make a statement. [75917]

Mr. Byers

I have not received any representations regarding sub-contracting malpractices in particular.