Debates between Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate and Lord Murray of Blidworth during the 2019-2024 Parliament

Ports and Airports: Queues

Debate between Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate and Lord Murray of Blidworth
Tuesday 28th March 2023

(1 year, 7 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Murray of Blidworth Portrait Lord Murray of Blidworth (Con)
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I have not seen those press reports, but I will certainly look into that and write to the noble Lord.

Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate Portrait Lord Mackenzie of Framwellgate (Non-Afl)
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My Lords, is there any intention of restricting the right to strike of Border Force officers in the interests of security?

Lord Murray of Blidworth Portrait Lord Murray of Blidworth (Con)
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I thank the noble Lord for that question—yes, under the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill, Border Force is envisaged as being subject to the legislation and regulations could be made requiring minimum service levels on the part of Border Force staff.