Working Time Directive (Hansard, 20 July 2004)

§ Mr. Bellingham
To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions she has had with Labour Members of the European Parliament about the Working Time Directive. [185541]

§ Mr. Sutcliffe
>I have had several discussions on working time with Labour MEPs as well as those from the main parties both in person in Brussels and by telephone. I have also discussed working time with MEPs from other member states. My officials also have kept in contact with MEPs and provided written briefings on the Government's position.
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§ Mr. Bellingham
To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions she has had with representatives of British industry about the Working Time Directive. [185542]

§ Mr. Sutcliffe
The Government regularly meet representatives from British industry to discuss a wide range of issues, including employment law and the operation of the Working Time Directive.