Dr. Desmond TurnerTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will discuss with the Director General of Fair Trading the operation of the rules of the London Stock Exchange as they relate to the publication of information affecting employees of listed companies. [85318]
§ Ms HewittWe are in contact as the need arises with the Director General of Fair Trading on competition aspects of the rules of the London Stock Exchange. However, the rules of the Exchange do allow a company at its discretion to undertake confidential consultation with employee representatives before making a public announcement.