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Trade Union Bill

Proceeding contribution from Robert Jenrick (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Monday, 14 September 2015. It occurred during Debate on bills on Trade Union Bill.

I will not give way, because Madam Deputy Speaker wishes me to finish my remarks.

My ancestor would be surprised and ashamed by what some of the current trade union leaders have become.

In conclusion, there is unease among working people in this country about their economic lives and the economic situation around them. Much of that is to do with concentrations of power: the banks, the utility companies, and the housing market favouring existing owners. Organisations such as the CBI, the BBC or monopolistic companies such as BT Openreach speak loudly, but it is unclear whom they represent. Such organisations protect the interests of the privileged few. The Bill must be seen as part of a wider effort to move our economy and our society away from vested interests and the stifling effects of corporatism and back in favour of the common good of all working people in this country.

5.26 pm

About this proceeding contribution

Reference

599 cc791-2 

Session

2015-16

Chamber / Committee

House of Commons chamber
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