Debates between James Cartlidge and Edward Argar during the 2015-2017 Parliament

Trade Union Bill

Debate between James Cartlidge and Edward Argar
Tuesday 10th November 2015

(9 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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James Cartlidge Portrait James Cartlidge
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No, I am not saying that. If the strike took place with the strong support that has to be achieved under these provisions, the public would at least understand that it had full consent. They are angry about the strikes—we heard about them in evidence given to us by bus companies, rail companies and others—in which, on relatively small turnouts, massive disruption has been caused to millions of people.

Edward Argar Portrait Edward Argar (Charnwood) (Con)
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Does my hon. Friend agree that the Bill does not ban or prohibit strikes, but ensures that the hundreds of thousands or even millions of people who are affected by strikes in vital public services can be reassured that there is a genuine mandate for such action?