§ 7. Mr. Tom ClarkeTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what discussions he has had with the Department of Trade and Industry and the Department for Work and Pensions about assistance for workers in Scotland whose companies are in receivership and whose pension rights might be jeopardised. [133813]
§ Mrs. McGuireMy right hon. Friend and I have regular discussions with ministerial colleagues on a variety of issues of relevance to Scotland.
On 11 June, my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions announced government proposals to introduce a range of measures on occupational pensions. In insolvency cases, the Pension Protection Fund will guarantee pension scheme members a specified minimum level of pension. The Government will also introduce a full buy-out provision for solvent companies who decide to wind up their schemes.