Repealing 'gimmick' MSL act resets industrial relations

Posted by Jon Parker-Dean
Tuesday 20 August 2024
GMB Trade Union - Repealing 'gimmick' MSL act resets industrial relations

Responding to the Government's plans to repeal the Minimum Services Level Act, Rachel Harrison, GMB National Secretary, said:


"This is a reset to industrial relations - and a vital step towards building a fairer world of work.

"The Minimum Services Level Act was always about the previous Tory Government shifting blame from themselves onto striking workers.

“The legislation would have led to prolonged strikes, entrenching industrial disputes, all while failing to tackle the root of problems in our public services. It was a gimmick - which is why it was never used.

"It is a refreshing change to see Government Ministers wanting to listen to frontline workers in our NHS, schools and public services rather than strong arm them with ill-conceived laws."


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